Sisyrinchium 'Californian Skies'

Also Known As

Sisyrinchium bellum 'California Skies'
Blue Eyed Grass
Blue-Eyed Grass
Californian Skies Blue-eyed Grass

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 6"-10"
W: 6"-12"

planting zones

8a-10b

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Sisyrinchium 'Californian Skies' plant details

Sisyrinchium 'Californian Skies' is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber or grass (or grassy in appearance) with green foliage. In spring and summer blue flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sisyrinchium 'Californian Skies'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber or grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 10 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sisyrinchium 'Californian Skies'

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A robust English selection from presumably California blood lines that forms a neat clump to 10" with large, free flowering sky-blue flowers. Hardy to 10 °F.