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Western Blue-Eyed Grass
Sisyrinchium bellum
Western Blue-Eyed Grass is a charming and low-growing perennial that adds a touch of whimsy to any garden space. Not a true grass but a member of the iris family, it features slender, grass-like foliage that provides a lush green backdrop for its prominent, bright blue flowers. Each flower, with its six petal-like segments and jolly yellow center, opens in the morning and closes by the afternoon. Thriving in well-drained soils and full to partial sun, it's ideal for rock gardens, borders, and as a ground cover that offers a prolonged bloom period through spring and early summer.
Details
Height12” - 23”
Spread6"
Bloom SeasonJanuary – June
Soil Types
Clay
Loam
Sand
Soil Moisture
Dry
Medium
Sun Exposure
Part Sun
Full Sun
Range Map
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Not available
Ecological Benefits



