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Little Bluestem

Plant Information

Common name: Little Bluestem

Scientific name: Schizachyrium scoparium

Water usage: Very low to low

Sun exposure: Full, part sun

Fire resistant: No

Wildlife: Attracts pollinators, but is at the use of small mammals and birds, deer tolerant

Native: No

Height: 2 to 4 feet

Spread: 12 to 18 inches

Care information

Variable, well drained soil, nice fall color, winter interest