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Schizachyrium scoparium 'Shining Star'
Shining Star Little Bluestem: Patent PP33,433
- » Deer resistant
- » Drought tolerant
- » Easy to grow
- » Outstanding when grouped
- » Produces late summer seeds that songbirds love
- » Unique foliage provides excellent winter interest
- Category:Perennial
- Hardiness Zone:4-9
- Height:15-18 in
- Spread:1-2 ft
- Bloom Color: Inconspicuous
- Foliage Color: Green Shades, White Shades
Great texture and color are the calling cards for this selection that features this green foliage edged in white that forms a flowing mound. Its variegated foliage appears blue in color and takes on red as the weather cools in the fall. Tall flower stalk rise above in late summer with seeds that birds love!
Attracts Wildlife
| • | Attracts Songbirds |
Critter Resistance
| • | Deer Resistant |
Flower Color
| • | Inconspicuous |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Winter |
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
Soil Moisture
| • | Dry Soil |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Schizachyrium scoparium 'Shining Star'
Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Feed yearly with an organic fertilizer. Cut back to 3" in late winter before spring flush.