Sorghastrum nutans 'Sioux Blue'
Also called Sioux Blue Wood Grass
More About Sorghastrum nutans 'Sioux Blue'
- AKA Sorghastrum avenaceum 'Sioux Blue'
- Flower stalks rise above the foliage forming a tight, upright clump
- Leaves are silvery-blue turning golden-tan with hints of orange in the fall
- Reddish-bronze downy flower spikes appear in July
- Bloom Time: July
- Flower Height: 200 cm
- Foliage Height: 175 cm
- Grass Type: Warm Season
Interesting Notes:
Warm Season Grasses: These grasses are much slower starting in the spring. They do not push new growth until temperatures warm in early to midsummer. They flower later in the summer or fall with most blooms remaining into the winter. Most warm season grasses tolerate heat, humidity and drought; some even thrive in these conditions.
Zone:
4Height:
175-200 cmSpread:
50-80 cmColour:
RedSioux Blue Indian Grass Growing and Maintenance Tips
Grows best in full sun to partial shade in an average to dry soil. This grass can become floppy if the soil is too rich and moist. It can tolerate heat and drought but needs moisture during long hot spells. Should be cut down to almost ground level in the spring.
Sorghastrum nutans 'Sioux Blue' Characteristics

Full Sun

Partial Sun/Shade

Attracts Birds

Fast

Deer Resistant

Cut Flower/Foliage

Drought Tolerant

Low Maintenance

Salt Tolerant

Dried Flower/Foliage

Heat Tolerant

Rock garden
Soil Moisture
Average to Dry SoilsWell-drained
Attributes
Fall ColorDeciduous
Flowering Time
Lt. Sum-FallFall
Habit
ClumpingUpright
Foliage Color
BlueSilver
Landscape uses
Screening (privacy)Roadside planting
Naturalizing
Suitable Substitutions for Sorghastrum nutans 'Sioux Blue'

Sorghastrum nutans
Indian Grass
