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Common
name: "Blue-eyed Grass"
Latin name: Sisyrinchium angustifolium - syn S.
graminoides
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Zone: 4
- 9
Elevation to: 9000'
Growth habit: Clump forming
Max height: 6" - 8"
Spread: 6" - 8"
Flowers: Yes, May - June
Flower type:
Native to area: No
Available varieties: 1
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Pictured: Sisyrinchium
angustifolium |
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Photo:
Missouri Botanic Gardens |
Cultivation:
Plant in full sun in well drained soil. "Blue-eyed
Grass" will adapt to nearly any soil type... it is
recommended for planting in poor soils. Dislikes having wet feet
during winter dormancy. An excellent choice for rock gardens. Freely self seeds.
Propagation:
Seed can be started in a cold frame or greenhouse in early spring
and moved outdoors after danger of frost has passed. For quicker
growth... purchase pre-started plants at your local Garden Center.
Once established plants may be divided in spring.
Potential pests ~ diseases:
Aphids or spider mites. |
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