Sorghastrum nutans 'Sioux Blue'
Also Known As
- Sorgastrum nutans 'Sioux Blue'
- Sioux Blue Indian Grass
Plant type
grass / grass like
size
- H: 2'-5'
- W: 2'-3'
planting zones
- 4a-9b
Sorghastrum nutans 'Sioux Blue' plant details
Sorghastrum nutans 'Sioux Blue' is a deciduous grass (or grassy in appearance) with blue foliage. tan flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Sorghastrum nutans 'Sioux Blue'
- Plant type: grass (or grassy in appearance)
- Plant family: poaceae
- Foliage: deciduous blue
- Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 5 FT - tall
- Flowers: tan blooms
- Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, fall color, rare
GROWING CONDITIONS for Sorghastrum nutans 'Sioux Blue'
- USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, lean and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Why isn't this stunning grass more popular? Indian Grass is extremely hardy, drought resistant, has showy yellow inflorescence in late summer and is attractive to wildlife. It has upright powder blue foliage forming clumps 2-3' tall, with stiff stalks bearing silky seed heads to 5'. I use it in large container with late summer annuals for a meadow in pot look.
By: Avant Gardens
Gardening facts about Sorghastrum nutans 'Sioux Blue' plant
How to Grow Sorghastrum nutans 'Sioux Blue'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- lean
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- blue
Flower Color
- tan
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- grassy
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Sorghastrum for your garden
aka Yellow Indian Grass
Plant Type
Perennial, Grass / Grass Like
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 2'-7'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - drought tolerant
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