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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