SCIENTIFIC NAME: Sorghastrum nutans 'Sioux Blue'

COMMON NAME: Blue Indian Grass

GARDEN SIZE: 2 ft. x 2 ft.; 5 ft. in bloom

USDA ZONE: 4-9

EXPOSURE: Full Sun

SEASON OF ACTIVITY: Warm Season

WATER & SOIL: Average to dry, well-drained soil; Can handle a variety of soil conditions

HABIT (FORM): Compact, mounded clumps

FOLIAGE: Perennial; Metallic-blue blades that progress to a golden-beige in the fall

BLOOM TIME & COLOR: August to September; Light brown feathery seed

CARE: Leave stalks throughout fall and winter for interest and crown protection. Cut clumps back to approximately 6 inches from the ground in late winter (Late February/Early March) before new growth begins to push up. If you miss the window and new growth begins, cut back to just approve where new growth is apparent.