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Schizachyrium scoparium 'Chameleon'
Chameleon Little Bluestem: Patent PP31,339
- » Drought tolerant
- » Changes color like a chameleon
- » Grows best in well-drained soil
- » Helps with erosion control
- Category:Perennial
- Hardiness Zone:3-9
- Height:2-2 ft
- Spread:2-2 ft
- Foliage Color: Green Shades, Red Shades, White Shades
In a word, stunning! 'Chameleon' looks like no other Little Bluestem you've seen with brilliantly variegated foliage sporting bold, vertical stripes of white and green. This striking foliage forms a tight, compact, slightly vase-like form that stays in color throughout the growing season with added intensity in fall as cool weather causes pink and red shades to be added to its color palette. Perfect grouped in any sunny garden location! This drought-tolerant plant will also help with erosion control.
Maintenance and Care
| • | Drought Tolerant |
Habit
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Growing & Maintenance Tips for Schizachyrium scoparium 'Chameleon'
Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Feed yearly with an organic fertilizer. Outstanding when grouped, deer resistant, drought tolerant and easy to grow. Cut back to 3" in late winter before spring flush.