Sisyrinchium angustifolium (Native)

Non-native plants this species can replace:
Common Name
Narrow-leaved blue-eyed-grass
Narrow-leaved blue-eyed grass
Blue-eyed grass
Bermuda blue-eyed grass
Blue eyes
Grass flower
Narrowleaf blue-eyed grass
Narrow-leaf blue-eyed-grass
Sassy grass
Stout blue-eyed grass
Plant Form
Herbs
Duration
Perennial
Max Height (ft)
2.0
Width (ft)
0.5 - 1.0
Growth Rate
Medium
Region
Coastal
Piedmont
Mountain
Hardiness Zone
5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Commercially available
Yes

Photographer: peggyo
Licensed under: CC BY-NC 4.0
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Photographer: peggyo
Licensed under: CC BY-NC 4.0
Original photo: Original photo

Additional Info

Habitat: Mesic to dry upland forests, woodlands, fields, meadows, and floodplain forests. Common throughout.

Wildlife Value: Food source for birds. Butterflies, bumblebees, sweat bees, bee flies and syrphid flies are attracted to this plant for its nectar and pollen.

Flower Color
Blue
Purple/lavender
Flower Prominence
Conspicuous
Bloom Time
Spring
Early Summer
Light Requirements
Full sun
Partial sun
Moisture Requirements
Moist
Dry
Soil Texture
Clay
High organic matter
Loamy
Sandy
Seed or Fruit eaten by wildlife?
Yes
Pollinators
Bees
Butterfiles
Beloved Brook's Ruckersville Nursery Inventory

Nursery is open by appointment only. Email them to set up a time. This plant list if from the begging of the 2025 season and may be outdated. If there is something specific that you’re looking for, they recommend you confirm that they have it when you schedule an appointment

Pots Available Pot size:
Yes

Quart

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