- Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 3 - 4 Feet
- Mature Spread 3 - 4 Feet
- Growing Zones 3 - 8
A true beauty from the base of the plant, all the way to the tip of the leaves. The Standing Ovation Little Bluestem is native, and it provides texture all year long. If the textural and ecological attributes don’t thrill you, then the colors will. From the base of the plant, a light green to purple at the end. This ombre effect will leave you dazzled and your landscape interesting.
This native grass is low maintenance. It is a friend to songbirds, and butterflies. It provides a sanctuary for other native wildlife around the area. It’s versatile in function, it grows upright and can be used in borders, as background filler, ground cover, or even in containers. It’s easy to grow, and can thrive in most places.
Standing Ovation Little Bluestem Care
This perennial grass can survive in hardiness zones three through eight. It will prefer full sun, but is easy to care for in other ways. It can survive in poor and dry soils. It is drought resistant in nature but does enjoy a nice drink now and then.
Standing Ovation Little Bluestem trimming is up to the growers preference. It can grow very tall, so trimming may be preferred to keep growth at bay.
Standing Ovation Little Bluestem Spacing
This perennial shrub can grow three to four feet high. It should be spaced 18 to 24 inches apart, to allow the plants some room to breathe.
Standing Ovation Little Bluestem Grass Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 - 8 |
| Plant Type: |
| Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 3 - 4 Feet |
| Mature Spread: 18 - 24 Inches |
| Spacing: 18 - 24 Inches |
| Habit: Upright |
| Flower Color(s): White |
| Flower Description: |
| Bloom Period: Summer To Winter |
| Foliage Type: Herbaceous |
| Foliage Color(s): Blue, Green |
| Foliage Description: |
| Seasonal Interest: Fall Interest |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: Deer |
| Tolerates: Drought |
| Attracts: Birds, Butterflies |
| Container Role: |
| Uses: Borders, Containers, Erosion Control, Hedges & Privacy, Mass Planting, Wildlife Gardens |
| Features: Attracts Pollinators, Foliage Interest, Low Maintenance, Native to North America, Award Winner |
| Brand: American Beauties Native Plants |
| Common Name: Standing Ovation Little Bluestem Grass |
| Other Name(s): |
| Scientific Name: SCHIZACHYRIUM SCOPARIUM `STANDING OVATION` |
- SKU:
- 1005545-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
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
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
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
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
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
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 Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)
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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.
