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Sisyrinchium angustifolium
Also Known As
- Narrowleaf Blue-Eyed Grass
- Stout Blue-eyed Grass
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 12"-18"
- W: 9"-12"
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Sisyrinchium angustifolium plant details
Sisyrinchium angustifolium is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring blue, purple and yellow flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Sisyrinchium angustifolium
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: iridaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 9 IN - 12 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
- Flowers: blue, purple and yellow blooms in spring
- Uses: easy-to-grow, edging plant, rock garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Sisyrinchium angustifolium
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: occasional
- Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Almost Eden
Garden photo gallery of Sisyrinchium angustifolium
By: Kristine Paulus
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How to Grow Sisyrinchium angustifolium
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
- blue
- purple
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- grassy
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 8"-10"
Width: 8"-10"
- sun - mostly shade
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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- sun
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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- sun - mostly shade
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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