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Lucerne Blue Eyed Grass

Sisyrinchium angustifolium 'Lucerne'

Nature Hills Nursery
  • Violet-Blue Flowers with Bright Yellow Eyes Light up Gardens May Through June
  • Heat Tolerant: Thrives in Zones 5-9
  • Grows 1-2 ft Tall, 1 ft Wide
  • Showy Blue Blooms From Late Spring to Early Summer
  • Native, Pollinator-Friendly - Attracts Bees
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Plant Characteristics Cold hardy, Low Maintenance, Flowering, Native, Attracts pollinators, Groundcover, Compact/Dwarf, Container Friendly, Deer-resistant, Wet Soils, Non-invasive
Hardiness Zone 4a9b
Sunlight Full sun
Height 1-2 ft
Width 1 ft
Watering Needs Moderate
Preferred Soil Clay, Loamy, Peaty, Sandy
Growth Rate Fast
Growth Habit Bushy, Compact
Plant Life Cycle Perennial
Blooms In Spring, Summer
Flower Color Blue
Native Yes
Suitable Space Outdoors, Container
Plant Name Grass
Botanical Name Sisyrinchium angustifolium 'Lucerne'
Species angustifolium
Cultivar Lucerne
Class Asparagales
Does Not Ship To AK, AZ, CA, HI, ID, MT, PR, NV, OR, WA

Frequently Asked Questions

Is blue eyed grass deer resistant?
  • Blue eyed grass is generally deer resistant due to its grass-like foliage and iris family characteristics that deer typically avoid. This native perennial's tough, sword-like leaves make it an unappealing choice for browsing deer. Plant it in naturalized areas or mixed borders where deer pressure is a concern.

How to grow lucerne grass?
  • Plant Lucerne Blue Eyed Grass in moist, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. This hardy North American native blooms blue star-shaped flowers from May to June and works excellent for groundcover or erosion control. Shop at Nature Hills for this low-maintenance perennial.

What USDA hardiness zones is Lucerne Blue Eyed Grass suitable for?
  • Lucerne Blue Eyed Grass is hardy in USDA zones 4-9, making it suitable for a wide range of climates. This North American native thrives in both cold winters and hot summers. Plant it in moist, well-drained soil for best results.

How tall and wide does Lucerne Blue Eyed Grass grow at maturity?
  • Lucerne Blue Eyed Grass reaches 6-12 inches tall and spreads 6-8 inches wide at maturity. This compact perennial forms neat clumps with upright, sword-like foliage that creates excellent texture. Plant multiple specimens 6-8 inches apart for groundcover or use singles for border edging.

Is Lucerne Blue Eyed Grass drought tolerant?
  • Lucerne Blue Eyed Grass prefers moist, well-drained soils and naturally grows along stream banks, so it's not drought tolerant. This North American native thrives with consistent moisture rather than dry conditions. Plant it in rain gardens or areas with regular water for best results when you shop at Nature Hills.

Does Lucerne Blue Eyed Grass require regular fertilizing or special care?
  • Lucerne Blue Eyed Grass is remarkably low-maintenance and requires no regular fertilizing. This hardy native thrives in moist, well-drained soil without special care. Simply plant it in full sun to part shade and let it naturalize.

How fast does this plant grow and spread?
  • Lucerne Blue Eyed Grass forms fast-spreading clumps that create vibrant groundcover quickly. This clump-forming perennial naturally rambles and fills in areas rapidly through its spreading growth habit. Plant several together for faster coverage in naturalized areas or slopes.
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