Little Bluestem 'Chameleon'
Family: Poaceae (Grass Family)
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Hardiness Zones: 3-9
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Height: 18-24 inches
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Spread: 18-24 inches
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Bloom Time: August to September
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Bloom: insignificant, white frond-like flowers on sturdy
stalks above foliage; form burgundy seed heads in autumn
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Light: full sun
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Soil: well-drained, sandy to loamy
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Moisture: dry to medium; intolerant of wet
soils in winter; drought tolerant once established
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Use: foliage and textural interest in
borders, containers; and meadow/prairie or woodland plantings; erosion control;
green roofs; winter interest (remains upright)
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Care: low maintenance; in dry periods,
water infrequently but deeply; cut to the ground in late winter or early spring
before new growth appears; if grown in containers, winter protection may be
needed
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Concerns: no serious insect or disease
problems; ; some susceptibility to aphids, mealybugs, leaf spot, spider mites,
and spittlebugs; too much fertilizer or water and insufficient sun can cause
floppy growth
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Native to: cultivar of North American
species
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Notes: showy ornamental grass with
upright, arching, vase-shaped form and compact habit; strappy leaves have bright white and green
stripes in spring and summer, developing pink and purple hues in late summer
and fall; flowers attract pollinators; seed heads feed winter songbirds; deer
resistant
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Teaching Garden
Location & Code: Naturalistic Garden H205
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