pale yellow-eyed grass
Sisyrinchium striatum
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Division,Seed Propagation,Cutting,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
5 - 9
Flowers:
Pale yellow Flowers
Sun:
Full sun
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Pale yellow-eyed grass (Sisyrinchium striatum) should be watered deeply and infrequently. A good rule of thumb is to give the plant about 1-half an inch of water every 7 to 10 days. Be sure to check soil conditions before watering, to determine if the plant needs it. Clay soil will hold water for longer, so it may not need watering as often as if the plant were in sandy soil. Whenever possible, water your plant deeply using a sprinkler system or a hand-held sprinkler. Avoid shallow, frequent watering, as this can cause a shallow root system, which in turn can lead to stress on your plant.
sunlight
Pale yellow-eyed grass (Sisyrinchium striatum) grows best in bright sun but can tolerate light shade. It prefers a minimum of 6 hours of sunlight each day and grows best in temperatures of 72F (22C) or warmer. While it can handle some frost, it will not tolerate extended freezing temperatures. The ideal situation for this plant is full sun during the morning and some afternoon shade during the hottest hours of the day.
pruning
Pale yellow-eyed grass (Sisyrinchium striatum) should be pruned in late winter or early spring, before new growth begins. This species should be cut back to 4 to 8 inches in height. Pruning in the fall will help to prevent legginess and encourage thicker, fuller clumps. For best results, remove only the dead and damaged foliage. Removing too much foliage can weaken or kill the plant, so be sure to prune carefully.
