Jazz Little Bluestem Grass
Introducing the 'Jazz' Little Bluestem Grass, a captivating perennial ornamental grass celebrated for its compact, upright form and prairie native heritage. Its silvery-blue foliage transitions to rich coppery-rust hues in autumn, beautifully complemented by purple-bronze flowers and delicate silvery seed heads. This resilient cultivar offers exceptional winter interest and texture, while also providing vital seeds for songbirds and serving as a host plant for butterflies. Thriving in full sun and adaptable to various well-drained soils, it's a hardy and attractive addition to any landscape.
$15.19
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
2589
/ 3268
#2589 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-45%
Below average
USDA Hardiness Zones
39
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Who it's for
- Exceptional Drought Tolerance
- Year-Round Visual Interest
- Crucial Native Pollinator Support
Who should skip it
- Slow Establishment Period
- Prone to Flopping in Rich Soil
- Requires Annual Cutback
Key Specs
USDA Hardiness Zones
3-9
Light Requirements
Full Sun
Mature Height
24-30 inches tall
Mature Spread
12-18 inches wide
Ships As
Potted Plant (3" Pot)
Soil Type Compatibility
Average, Loamy, Sandy, Clay, Well-Drained
Native To
North America
Bloom Time
Early fall to winter
Features
- Striking seasonal foliage color shifts
- Excellent winter visual interest
- Attracts butterflies and feeds songbirds
- Hardy and resilient native cultivar
- Tolerates a wide range of soil types
- Compact, upright growth habit
- Deer resistant
- Helps with erosion control
What customers say
Customers highly value the long term beauty and resilience of this ornamental grass. Its strongest attributes are the exceptional seasonal color shifts, moving from vibrant blue to stunning copper and burgundy tones. Once established, the plant proves highly drought tolerant and requires minimal care, making it ideal for low maintenance landscapes. While initial plant size, often received as small plugs or bare roots, can cause momentary disappointment, patience yields significant rewards. Buyers who allow a full growing season report robust, healthy growth transforming the starters into magnificent clumps. The consensus is that this grass is a worthwhile investment for lasting landscape impact, provided expectations align with the initial small delivery size.
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