Schizachyrium scoparium 'PRAIRIE WINDS® 'Brush Strokes''
Little Bluestem
- Deer resistant
- Drought tolerant
- Heat tolerant
- Erosion control
- Attractive foliage
- Fall interest
- Mass planting
- Category: Perennial
- Patent: PPAF
- Breeder: Proven Winners
- Hardiness Zone: 3-9
- Height: 32-36 in
- Spread: 22-26 in
- Foliage Color: Blue Shades, Green Shades, Purple Shades
Purchase options for Little Bluestem
- Size: #1 -
- Status: BeautiFULL
- Availability: In Stock
$28.00
Like bristles on a paint brush the stems of 'Brush Strokes' stand vertical, bend gracefully with the wind, then return to their upright position. Powder blue stems take after their namesake before turning wine-red in early fall. Use this native perennial grass for its fine texture in summer then leave it standing in fall for winter interest.
Schizachyrium is a great choice if you are looking to restore an eroded site, or for a plant that will grow in hot, dry areas where other plants have a hard time surviving.
Critter Resistance
| • | Deer Resistant |
Programs
| • | Proven Winners |
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
Habit
| • | Ground Cover |
Growing Tips for Schizachyrium scoparium 'PRAIRIE WINDS® 'Brush Strokes''
This grass is terrific in a border or meadow setting. It needs full sun and is tolerant of heat and humidity. Schizachyrium can grow in either acidic or alkaline soils, and can tolerate a range of moisture conditions including average to extremely dry. It does not need to be fertilized. It's a good idea to cut this grass back to ground level in late fall in order to have a sturdier plant the coming year.