Standing Ovation Little Bluestem

Standing Ovation Little Bluestem (Schizachyrium scoparium 'Standing Ovation')

Standing Ovation Little Bluestem (Schizachyrium scoparium 'Standing Ovation') is a graceful warm-season native ornamental grass known for its upright, narrow habit and striking blue-green foliage that matures to vibrant copper and red tones in the fall. This perennial adds vertical structure, color, and seasonal interest to prairie gardens, mixed borders, and naturalistic landscapes.

Distinctive Features

'Standing Ovation' forms dense, narrow clumps of slender, upright leaves that showcase vivid blue-green coloration during the growing season. In autumn, the foliage transforms into rich copper and red hues, while airy flower panicles add softness and movement.

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: Ideal for native and naturalistic landscapes
• Mixed Borders: Adds bold vertical texture and vibrant fall color
• Accent Planting: Creates striking focal points with elegant form
• 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: Usually not necessary
• Mulching: Mulch lightly to conserve moisture and suppress weeds
• Protection: Prefers open, sunny sites with good air circulation

Why Choose Standing Ovation Little Bluestem?

• Striking Blue-Green Foliage: Provides vibrant color during the growing season
• Bold Fall Colors: Transforms into copper and red tones in autumn
• Narrow Upright Habit: Adds architectural structure to landscapes
• Drought Tolerance: Suitable for low-water gardens
• Low Maintenance: Easy to grow with minimal care

Schizachyrium scoparium 'Standing Ovation' is a refined, low-maintenance native grass that enhances gardens with vibrant seasonal color and elegant form.