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Sisyrinchium angustifolium

blue eyed grass

Closely related to Iris, blue-eyed grass blooms continuously all summer, opening during the day and closing at night. This versatile clumper will thrive in average to moist soils, attracting numerous pollinators.

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Height: 6-18 in
Spread: 6-8 in
Hardiness Zone: 3-9


Bloom Color: Blue

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
• Species
Exposure
• Sun
• Part Shade
Soil Moisture
• Wet
• Average
Ecoregion
• (84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
• (82) Acadian Plains and Hills
• (58) Northeastern Highlands
• (83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
• (59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
Ornamental Interest
• Summer Bloom
• Fall/Winter Fruit
Attracts Wildlife
• Other Pollinators/Wildlife
• Attracts Bees
• Attracts Songbirds
Additional Attributes
• Low Maintenance
Landscape Use
• Massing
• Meadow garden
• Specimen
Attractive Fall Foliage and/or Ornamental Fruit
• Purple to Black Fruit


North American Distribution


blue eyed grass - Sisyrinchium angustifolium from Native Plant Trust