Blue Heaven Little Bluestem
Blue Heaven little bluestem is a beautiful ornamental grass. During the summer, it grows as a mound of slightly arching blue-green leaves tinged with burgundy.
In late summer, it grows small, white fluffy seedheads. In fall, its leaves turn a stunning burgundy-red with purple highlights.
Horticulturists from the University of Minnesota introduced this cold-hardy plant to the nursery trade. It may be difficult to find for sale, but is worth asking your local nursery if they carry this cultivar.
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Blue Heaven Little Bluestem
Blue Heaven little bluestem is a beautiful ornamental grass. During the summer, it grows as a mound of slightly arching blue-green leaves tinged with burgundy.
In late summer, it grows small, white fluffy seedheads. In fall, its leaves turn a stunning burgundy-red with purple highlights.
Horticulturists from the University of Minnesota introduced this cold-hardy plant to the nursery trade. It may be difficult to find for sale, but is worth asking your local nursery if they carry this cultivar.
Plant details
Botanic Name
Schizachyrium scoparium 'MinnBlueA'
Pronunciation
shi-za-KEER-ee-um sko-PAIR-ee-um
Mature Height
2 to 4 ft.
Mature Spread
2 to 3 ft.
Water usage
Water Usage
One Droplet: Water twice per month or less, once established.
Two Droplets: Water about once per week, once established.
Three Droplets: Water about twice per week, once established.
Flower Color
tan
Bloom time
fall
Colorado Native
Yes
Natural Habitat
species in native to north America
Light Requirements
sun
Cold Hardiness
USDA zone 3-8
Elevation Limit
not specified
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