Sisyrinchium bellum
Blue-Eyed Grass
Description
Following winter rains, this grassy perennial brings a soft texture back into the garden. It produces an abundance of small, blue purple flowers which have a long bloom.
Maintenance Tips
Sisyrichium bellum, or blue-eyed grass is a California native perennial that has grass-like leaves and small purple flowers that emerge in the spring. In mild climate areas or gardens with regular watering, this plant will maintain its green foliage throughout the year. If it is planted in a native garden that relies only on local rainfall, it can die back to the ground after flowering. There is almost no maintenance needed with this plant, and it rarely has pest and disease problems. If the plant is very happy in its location, it can naturalize, propagating by its root system. Dividing the plant every few years is about the extent of maintenance.
Plant Type
Perennial
Height Range
Under 1'
Flower Color
Blue, Purple
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Meadow, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish, Wetlands, Woodland
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Entry, Perennial Border, Patio, Raised Planter, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Mass Planting, Lawn Substitute, Fire Resistant, Naturalizing, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.