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Little Bluestem Beard Grass

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MSRP: $44.99
$37.49
(You save $7.50 )
This product does not ship to: AZ, CA, ID, MT, NV, OR, UT, WA
  • Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
  • Mature Height 2 - 4 Feet
  • Mature Spread 1 - 2 Feet
  • Growing Zones 3 - 9

The colorful foliage of Little Bluestem Beard Grass makes this North American native an easy focal point in a landscape. Also known as Schizachyrium scoparium, this ornamental grass has slender blue-green foliage that transitions to a bronzy orange hue by fall. The racemes, or flowers, are a purple-bronze before turning into fluffy white seed heads. Little Bluestem Beard Grass adds color, texture, and height to a landscape and can work as a specimen or part of a curated, low-maintenance space.

This ornamental grass is cold tolerant, which is beneficial in the chillier reaches of its growing area. Grow Little Bluestem Beard Grass as a perennial in zones 3 through 9. Feature this beard grass along a fence or foundation, or use it to create a backdrop for showier plants. Another perk of this ornamental grass is that it’s deer resistant, so it can continue to adorn a landscape even in areas with a lot of foraging animals.

Little Bluestem Beard Grass Care

Plant Little Bluestem Beard Grass in full sun because this beauty needs at least 6 hours of daily sunlight. This plant thrives in poor-quality soil, and while it can handle regular dampness, it can also live in dry conditions. Young plants need routine watering, but established plants typically do not require supplemental water. This plant does not require any fertilization. Too much fertilizer will damage the foliage and cause flopping.

Cut the foliage back in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth each year. Animals eat the seeds, so wait until early spring to trim the stems if you want to provide a food source for wildlife.

Little Bluestem Beard Grass Spacing

Mature plants can reach 2 to 4 feet tall and 1 to 2 feet wide. Create a wall of foliage by spacing plants 1 to 2 feet apart in a row.

Little Bluestem Beard Grass Information

USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 - 9
Plant Type: Perennials
Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
Mature Height: 2 - 4 Feet
Mature Spread: 1 - 2 Feet
Spacing: 1 - 2 Feet
Habit: Clumping, Mounded
Flower Color(s): White
Flower Description: White Shades
Bloom Period: August to February
Foliage Type: Evergreen, Deciduous
Foliage Color(s): Blue, Green, Purple
Foliage Description: Pin Straight, Upright, Slender Blue green Leaves with Purplish-bronze Racemes
Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering, Summer Flowering, Fall Flowering, Fall Interest, Winter Interest, 3 Season Interest, 4 Season Interest
Watering: Average
Resists: Deer
Tolerates: N/A
Attracts: N/A
Container Role:
Uses: Borders, Mass Planting
Features: Foliage Interest, Low Maintenance, Award Winner
Brand:
Common Name: Little Bluestem Beard Grass
Other Name(s):
Scientific Name: Schizachyrium scoparium
SKU:
1231010528-pc

Container Sizes

Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

4.5 Pot

4.5" Pot
 Also Know As:
   4.5" Container

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months
 Plant Size:
   ~ 3"-6"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
 Volume:
   1.42 quarts

Quart Pot

Quart Pot
 Also Know As:
   Quart

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months - 1 year
 Plant Size:
   ~ 4"-8"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
 Volume:
   1.50 quarts

2.5 Quart

2.5 Quart
 Also Know As:
   2.5 Quart Pot

 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 8"-12"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
 Volume:
   2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot

#1 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #1 Container
    1 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 10"-14"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 7"H x 7.75"W
 Volume:
   2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot

#2 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #2 Container
    2 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 3 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-18"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
 Volume:
   1.19-1.76 gallons

#3 Pot

#3 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #3 Container
    3 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 2 - 4 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-30"
 Pot Size:
   ~9.5"H x 11"W
 Volume:
   2.32-2.76 gallons


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Plant Addict Guarantee (Included On All Plant Orders)

Plant Addicts guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy and healthy, but the plant(s) are being shipped through the mail and accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.

For information on how to care for you new plant please check out our guide. Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

Plant Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)

We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty whether you’re new or an expert. There are many variables outside our control and yours that can cause the demise of your plant(s). Examples would be hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, disease, insects & many other factors. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all the unknowns and will replace your plant if it moves on to the plant afterlife.

The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant purchase. We will cover 100% of the price of the plant but the warranty does not cover shipping cost. Simply let us know if your plant has died within one year of receiving it and we’ll get you a new one shipped out. We may ask for photos for documentation purposes but again we’ll try to make it as easy as possible.

For more information, please go to our Shipping & Returns page at the bottom of the website.

Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

Planter Shipping

Standard Colors: 2-3 business days

Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice

Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations

Plant Shipping

Time of Order:

Summer Shipping

  • If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.  
    • We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location


Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.

It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.