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Sisyrinchium convolutum
Also Known As
- Yellow-Eyed Grass
Plant type
perennial, grass / grass like
size
- H: 8"
- W: 8"
planting zones
- 8a-9b
Sisyrinchium convolutum plant details
Sisyrinchium convolutum is a semi-evergreen perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with blue and green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Sisyrinchium convolutum
- Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
- Plant family: iridaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen blue and green
- Mature size: 8 IN wide, 8 IN tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
- Uses: edging plant, long-blooming, rock garden, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Sisyrinchium convolutum
- USDA Zones: 8a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Sisyrinchium convolutum plant
How to Grow Sisyrinchium convolutum
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
Texture
- grassy
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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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Width: 12"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 10"
- sun - mostly sun
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 6"
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- even moisture - drought tolerant
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