Little Bluestem
Schizachyrium scoparium
Landscape Focus
A medium height structural grass used to create vertical texture and seasonal color in prairie and
pollinator landscapes.
Plant Details
Soil Type: Loam, Sand, Clay (well-drained)
Soil Moisture: Dry, Medium
Sun Exposure: Full Sun
Height: 2' - 4'
Spacing: 18" - 24"
Bloom Color: Silvery seedheads
Bloom Time: August, September
Root Type: Fibrous, deep prairie roots
Benefits: Butterflies, Pollinators, Bird Habitat, Deer Resistant
Plant Description
Little Bluestem is one of the most versatile native grasses, known for its blue-green summer foliage
that turns copper, orange, and red in fall. It forms upright clumps that provide winter structure and
habitat. This species thrives in poor or dry soils and requires little maintenance once established. Cut back in early spring to encourage fresh growth.
Little Bluestem
All plant purchases are pickup only from one of the following locations. After checkout, you'll receive detailed instructions for your chosen pickup location.
Pickup Locations:
Waunakee
302 W Main Street
Middleton
1630 N High Point Road
Janesville
7031 N Kidder rd
Delivery available throughout Wisconsin for bulk orders (128+ plants) at $0.70/mile from our Middleton location. Email info@goprairietech.com if interested.