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Schizachyrium scoparium Smoke Signal

Little Bluestem: Patent PP27433

  • »  AKA Andropogon scoparius 'Smoke Signal'
  • »  A refined version of the native cultivar
  • »  Foliage takes on scarlet-red tones in late summer, turning deeper red-purple in fall
  • »  Tiny tan seeds heads appear in early fall
  • »  Maintains a sturdy upright habit through the fall without flopping
  • »  Bloom time: Late summer
  • »  Flower height: 120cm
  • »  Foliage height : 90cm
  • »  Grass type: Warm Season

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  • Category:Grasses
  • Hardiness Zone:3
  • Height:90-120 cm
  • Spread:45-60 cm
  • Bloom Color: Brown
Exposure
Full Sun
Soil Moisture
Average to Dry Soils
Growth Rate
Fast
Medium
Critter
Deer Resistant
Flowering Time
Lt. Sum-Fall
Habit
Upright
Vase-shape
Foliage Color
Green
Landscape uses
Naturalizing
Planting instructions
Container Plants
Additional Information about Schizachyrium scoparium 'Smoke Signal'

Warm Season Grasse: These grasses are much slower starting in the spring. They do not push new growth until temperatures warm in early to midsummer. They flower later in the summer or fall with most blooms remaining into the winter. Most warm season grasses tolerate heat, humidity and drought; some even thrive in these conditions.

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Schizachyrium scoparium 'Smoke Signal'

Grows best in an average well-drained soil, in full sun, tolerating drought, once established. Thrives in summer heat and humidity. Plants should be cut back in early spring to make way for new growth. Too much moisture or too fertile a soil will cause flowers to fall over, creating a messy look. Best used in masses, to wave in breezes.

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