little bluestem
Schizachyrium scoparium 'Glaucum'
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Seed Propagation,Division,Cutting,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 8
Flowers:
Purplish-bronze Flowers
Sun:
Full sun
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Moderate
watering
Little bluestem (Schizachyrium scoparium 'Glaucum') should be watered deeply once per week during its growing season, which is generally the spring to fall months. The soil should be moist but not soggy after each watering. In the heat of summer, this plant may need to be watered every 4-5 days to keep its soil adequately moist. In the winter months, when growth has slowed, water should be reduced or stopped altogether. Watering should be done early in the day so that the foliage has time to dry before nightfall.
sunlight
Little bluestem (Schizachyrium scoparium 'Glaucum') is a warm-season bunchgrass native to Pennsylvania and other regions of the United States. The plant prefers full sun, which is defined as at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight per day. In the ideal conditions of full sun, little bluestem flourishes selecting warm climates. Prolonged periods of shade or partial shade can limit the growth of this hardy plant.
pruning
Little bluestem (Schizachyrium scoparium 'Glaucum') should not require much pruning. During the first 2-3 years, you should remove any dead or damaged leaves. Once the shrub is established, prune selectively every year if desired. Remove about 10 - 20% of the foliage from the side and cut from the base to promote new growth.
