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Schizachyrium scoparium 'Smoke Signal'

Smoke Signal Little Bluestem: Patent PP27,433

• »  Native
• »  Ornamental grass
• »  Superior growth habit
• »  Cleaner and tidier than other members of the species
• »  Blu-green foliage becomes scarlet and then reddish-purple
• »  Upright habit with strong stems
• »  Pink-shaded blooms
• »  Drought and deer resistant
• »  Perfect for massing
• »  Attracts birds

• Category:Perennial
• Hardiness Zone:3-8
• Height:36-48 in
• Spread:18-24 in
• Bloom Color: Blue Shades
• Foliage Color: Blue Shades

This native ornamental grass selection is distinguished by its superior growth habit that is cleaner and more tidy than the species. Blue-green foliage becomes scarlet red in late summer and red-purple through fall. Strictly upright habit with superior stem strength supports pink shaded blooms well. Easy to grow. Drought resistant, deer resistant and perfect for massing in the landscape. Superior late season foliage color lights up the landscape. Birds love its flowers for seed and nesting