Chameleon Little Bluestem
Chameleon Little Bluestem (Schizachyrium scoparium 'Chameleon')
Chameleon Little Bluestem (Schizachyrium scoparium 'Chameleon') is a striking warm-season native ornamental grass known for its dynamic foliage that shifts from blue-green in spring to vibrant shades of copper, orange, and red in fall. This perennial adds vibrant color, texture, and seasonal interest to prairie gardens, mixed borders, and naturalistic landscapes.
Distinctive Features
'Chameleon' forms dense clumps of slender, upright leaves that showcase a stunning color transition throughout the seasons. Its airy flower panicles appear in late summer, adding softness and movement to garden designs.
Growing Conditions
- Sun Exposure: Full sun
- Soil: Well-drained soils; tolerates poor and dry soils
- Water: Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 3�9
Ideal Uses
- Prairie Gardens: Perfect for native and naturalistic landscapes
- Mixed Borders: Adds bold seasonal color and texture
- Accent Planting: Creates striking focal points with changing foliage hues
- Wildlife Gardens: Supports pollinators and birds
- Low-Maintenance Gardens: Performs well with minimal care
Low Maintenance Care
- Watering: Water sparingly; drought tolerant once established
- Pruning: Cut back old foliage in late winter to early spring
- Fertilizing: Typically not necessary
- Mulching: Mulch lightly to conserve moisture and suppress weeds
- Protection: Prefers open, sunny sites with good air circulation
Why Choose Chameleon Little Bluestem?
- Dynamic Foliage Colors: Transitions from blue-green to vibrant copper, orange, and red
- Vibrant Seasonal Interest: Provides year-round color changes
- Drought Tolerance: Suitable for low-water and sustainable gardens
- Wildlife Friendly: Provides habitat and food for pollinators and birds
- Low Maintenance: Easy to grow with minimal care
Schizachyrium scoparium 'Chameleon' is a colorful, low-maintenance native grass that enriches landscapes with vibrant hues and elegant form.
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