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Schizachyrium scoparium ‘Cinnamon Girl’


Little Bluestem

USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 8.316.910


(=Andropogon scoparium)A recent selection of a native grass, which used to be widely distributed all over the Great Plains. This forms sturdy, tight, upright stems in blue-green, purple closer to the base. Silver flower spikes in late summer. Superb, deep burgundy-red colour late summer into the fall. Terrific in the border or meadow. Tolerates heat and humidity. Foliage has good winter interest, but should be cut back to the ground in late winter or early spring. Clumps may be easily divided in spring. USPPP: unlicensed propagation prohibited.

Further details for
Schizachyrium scoparium ‘Cinnamon Girl’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
  Full Sun
Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy or
  Clay
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Average or
  Dry or
  Moist
Care Level
  Easy
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
  White
Blooming Time
  Late Summer
  Early Fall
Foliage Color
  Grey Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Dried Flower
  Drought Tolerant
  Massed
  Wild Flower
Flower Head Size
  Medium
Height
   60-70 cm
   23-27 inches
Spread
   45-50 cm
   18-20 inches
Foot Traffic
   None

Growth Rate
   Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.












Schizachyrium scoparium ‘Cinnamon Girl’


Little Bluestem

USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 8.316.910


(=Andropogon scoparium)A recent selection of a native grass, which used to be widely distributed all over the Great Plains. This forms sturdy, tight, upright stems in blue-green, purple closer to the base. Silver flower spikes in late summer. Superb, deep burgundy-red colour late summer into the fall. Terrific in the border or meadow. Tolerates heat and humidity. Foliage has good winter interest, but should be cut back to the ground in late winter or early spring. Clumps may be easily divided in spring. USPPP: unlicensed propagation prohibited.

Further details for
Schizachyrium scoparium ‘Cinnamon Girl’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
  Full Sun
Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy or
  Clay
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Average or
  Dry or
  Moist
Care Level
  Easy
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
  White
Blooming Time
  Late Summer
  Early Fall
Foliage Color
  Grey Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Dried Flower
  Drought Tolerant
  Massed
  Wild Flower
Flower Head Size
  Medium
Height
   60-70 cm
   23-27 inches
Spread
   45-50 cm
   18-20 inches
Foot Traffic
   None

Growth Rate
   Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.