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Schizachyrium scoparium SHINING STAR™

SHINING STAR™ Little Bluestem

SHINING STAR™ Little Bluestem

Exposure

  • Sun

Rusticity

4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11

Bloom time

  • June
  • August

  • Bluish green variegated foliage
  • Deep root system
  • Control of slope and bank erosion
  • Attracts bird
  • Attracts birds

Ornamental grass with arched leaves, blue-green variegated and taking a pink hue in autumn.

Plant details

Dimensions

Spacing
18 - 24 in.
Spread
12 - 18 in.
Height
18 - 24 in.

Characteristics

Habit:

  • Bushy

Flowering colours:

  • White

Plant needs

Watering:

  • Moderate Watering

Maintenance:

  • Easy. Prune in late fall or spring.

Soil requirement:

  • Well-drained soil

Features

Resistance:

  • White-tailed deer
  • Drought

Attract:

  • Birds

Use:

  • Borders
  • Erosion control of slopes and banks
  • Containers

Attribute:

  • Variegated foliage
  • Fall coloring

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