‘Jazz’ was introduced in 2010 by Intrinsic Perennial Gardens of Hebron, Illinois. Discovered as a sport of Schizachyrium scoparium ‘The Blues’, it was chosen for its shorter form that will not flop over. It has narrow blue foliage with purple hues in fall and grows 2 to 2.5 ft. tall and 1 to 1.5 ft. wide. Purplish-bronze flowers give way to clusters of fluffy, silvery-white seed heads which may persist into early winter. (Courtesy of Missouri Botanical Gardens Plant Finder)
Easily grown in average, dry to medium moisture, well-drained soil in full sun. Tolerates a wide range of soil conditions. Tolerates clay soils and occasional inundation. Performs well in poor soils. Good drought resistance once established. Tolerates high heat and humidity. Cut to the ground in late winter to early spring. Plant in full sun to avoid flopping late in the season. (Courtesy of Missouri Botanical Gardens Plant Finder)
| Common Name | Jazz Little Bluestem |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Schizachyrium scoparium 'Jazz' |
| Container/Amount | 1 gallon |
| Evergreen or Deciduous | Deciduous |
| Hardiness Zone | 3a, 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Light Requirements | Sun |
| Height | 24-30" |
| Width | 12-18" |
| Soil Condition | Well-drained |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Fragrance | No |
| Foliage Color | Pewter blue |
| Deer Resistant | Yes |
