Small Spaces™

Blue-eyed Grass 140MM

Sisyrinchium angustifolium 'Devon Skies'

I am Blue-eyed Grass. My family originated from North America.

Habit Groundcover - Hardy Colour
Plant family Iridaceae
I have the appearance of grass but my profusion of seven petaled clear blue flowers with bright yellow centres in spring and summer let the world know I am actually a tiny iris. My common name "Blue-eyed Grass" derives from the eye like appearance of my flowers with lightly striped petals that darken toward the centre giving them an eye like appearance. I work well in rockeries and tucked into all sorts of corners in the garden. Adaptable I can even be planted in lawns where I will blend right in adding colour to break up the green. Hardy I am tolerant of both frost and dry conditions.
I am popular and will make you happy because...
My masses of bright blue flowers form a neat clump on top of my grass-like foliage in spring and summer
Easy to grow with a small rounded form I am ideal for rockeries, borders and beside pathways
My blooms are rich in pollen and nectar attracting bees and other beneficial insects
Features
Ideal light: Full Sun to Part ShadeI thrive in full sun and tolerate shade
Height: 0.3m Width: 0.3m(Size at point of sale approx. 20cm including pot)
Water needs: Low (once established)I tolerate dryness and require minimal water once established
Tolerant of most soils, frost and light foot traffic I am ideal for exposed locations and coastal planting
Frost tolerance: High

Plant features

Coastal tolerant Blue flowers Green foliage Flowers Jan-Feb, Sep-Dec
Plant me:
  • In garden beds and general landscaping
  • In pots and other containers
  • In hanging baskets
Tips for success

Fertilise me in early spring and remove spent foliage to maintain healthy growth

Suggested spacing: 0.15m apart.

Full Sun to Part Shade (4+ hours of direct sun)

Once established, check soil moisture and water during extended dry periods.

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Blue-eyed Grass

Sisyrinchium angustifolium 'Devon Skies'

Small Spaces™ · Southern Plants

Pot size: 140mm

Product code: SISDES14S

Bunnings Fineline: 0137749

Barcode: 9319711032356

Our plants are available through Bunnings, good retail nurseries, or via landscapers. We do not sell direct to the public. Ask your retailer for this Southern Plants plant and pot size; availability in individual stores varies.