Sisyrinchium sp. (Blue-eyed Grass)

Sisyrinchium sp. (Blue-eyed Grass) with yellow flower clusters on long narrow green grass-like stems.
Sisyrinchium sp. (Blue-eyed Grass) displaying vibrant yellow flower petals against thin green upright foliage.

Botanical name: Sisyrinchium sp.

Common names: Blue-eyed Grass, Golden-eyed Grass, Yellow-eyed Grass

Family: Iridaceae

Origin: North America

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 4-9

Small plant 2-5 ftPlant form: Small
Plant mature sizeMature height: 2-5 ft
Full sunSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor
Subtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeCold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Regular
White, off-white flowersBlue, lavender, purple flowersYellow, orange flowersFlower color: White and off-white; blue, lavender, purple; yellow, orange
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing

Sisyrinchium sp. or Blue-eyed Grass typically reaches 2-5 feet tall and prefers to be planted in a sunny location with regular waterings. These plants feature white, off-white, blue, lavender, and purple flowers. Some varieties will even produce yellow or orange flowers.

Sisyrinchium sp.can be grown in USDA Zones 4-9. In colder regions, it is best to plant Sisyrinchium sp.in pots and bring it indoors during the coldest parts of winter.

When caring for this plant, it is important to give the plants plenty of sun and water regularly. If grown in a pot, they should be planted in a well-draining potting soil and should be given more frequent watering than if grown in the ground as the soil will tend to be more moist. They should be fertilized once every few months with a balanced fertilizer,.

Similar plants: Sisyrinchium sp. (Blue-eyed Grass)


Sisyrinchium sp. (Blue-eyed Grass) with dense green leaves in a small group plant cluster
Sisyrinchium sp. (Blue-eyed Grass) has multiple grassy clumps growing in small black plastic containers.
Sisyrinchium sp. (Blue-eyed Grass) with yellow flower close up for garden interest and simple appeal
Sisyrinchium sp. (Blue-eyed Grass) yellow flowers emerge from thin green stems above dark foliage
Sisyrinchium sp. (Blue-eyed Grass) yellow flower close up with green stems and narrow leaves
Sisyrinchium sp. (Blue-eyed Grass) yellow flowers with a central golden eye on tall green stems
Sisyrinchium sp. (Blue-eyed Grass) pale yellow flower petals close up with green stem background
Sisyrinchium sp. (Blue-eyed Grass) stems holding pale yellow flower petals open under soft lighting conditions


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