Little Bluestem Grass, Blue Paradise

Schizachyrium scoparium 'Blue Paradise'

Height: 36-42in
Spread: 20-24in
Zone: 3-9
Exposure: Full sun
Bloom Time/Color: August-October; tan/beige
Uses: Naturalizing, massing, prairies
Maintenance: Low
Other: Foliage color

'Blue Paradise' has beautiful silvery blue blades throughout the growing season before changing to a dark wine color as the weather gets cooler in autumn. Tall, slender seed plumes tower over this columnar habit grass by late summer and, if left on, provide winter interest in the landscape. This native prairie grass is also extremely site adaptable, making it a perfect choice for soils that are prone to drought, poor drainage, alkalinity, and soils around black walnuts. It is also resistant to heat, humidity, and deer. Named the Perennial Plant of the Year for 2022.

Schizachyrium scoparium is an Iowa native.