Little Bluestem
(Schizachyrium scoparium)
Other Information
Physical Characteristics
Type: Grass
Height: 2 - 4 ft
Spread: 1 - 2 ft
Flower Color: Bronze / Purple
Flower Time: Summer (Jul - Oct)
Fruit Type: Caryopsis
Fruit Color: Tan / White
Autumn Color: Bronze / Tan / Gold
Sun Conditions: Full Sun
Shade Tolerance: Low
Moisture Preference: Low / Medium
Deer Resistance*: Medium / High
Dog Safe**: Yes
Conservation Status (MD): SNR - Unranked
Other Names: Andropogon scoparius
*Deer resistance can vary based on many factors
**Always consult with a veterinarian about plants toxic to dogs and other animals
Wildlife Benefits:
Little Bluestem provides good cover for wildlife. Grasshoppers feed on the foliage, which in turn attracts birds. The seeds are eaten by birds and small mammals. It is a larval host for 13 caterpillar species.