Plants in family poaceae
Schizachyrium scoparium
Schizachyrium scoparium, or little bluestem, is a warm-season grass with silvery blue foliage that turns amber in fall. It grows 2 to 3 feet tall and produces white feathery plumes. This drought-tolerant grass is pest-resistant and provides food and cover for wildlife.
Miscanthus sinensis 'Puenktchen'
Miscanthus sinensis 'Puenktchen' is a unique ornamental grass with the narrowest foliage among gold zebra-banded types. It forms a tight clump and features autumn-bronze plumes that can reach up to 6 feet tall. This grass is ideal for sunny locations and is known for attracting butterflies. Its striking appearance makes it a popular choice for adding texture and color to gardens.
Schizachyrium scoparium 'Standing Ovation'
Schizachyrium scoparium 'Standing Ovation' is an adaptable ornamental grass native to North American prairies. It has a strong, upright growth habit with blue-green summer foliage that turns vibrant in fall. This grass is drought-tolerant, low maintenance, and provides erosion control.
Schizachyrium scoparium 'Liberty Blue'
Schizachyrium scoparium 'Liberty Blue' is an ornamental grass discovered in Liberty County, Florida. It forms an 18-inch tall by 30-inch wide clump of narrow powder-blue leaves, with wispy blue flower stalks reaching 42 inches in late August. This plant is heat and humidity tolerant, thriving in dryland conditions. Its striking foliage and flower stalks make it a popular choice for xeriscaping and native plant gardens.
Sporobolus heterolepis 'Dwarf'
Sporobolus heterolepis 'Dwarf' is a compact ornamental prairie grass with rich fall colors of amber-like browns and reds. It produces creamy orange flowers with a coriander scent and is sterile, preventing self-seeding. This low-maintenance plant adapts well to dry and rocky regions and prefers full sun.
Pennisetum 'Princess Caroline'
Pennisetum 'Princess Caroline' is an ornamental grass known for its wide, dark purple foliage and tri-specific hybrid origins. It forms a mound about 3 feet tall and 4 feet wide, providing a striking accent in gardens. While it rarely flowers in frosty climates, its foliage offers superb summer color. This grass is deer-resistant and thrives in full sun, making it a low-maintenance choice for landscape design.
Schizachyrium scoparium 'Prairie Blues'
Schizachyrium scoparium 'Prairie Blues' is a warm-season grass native to the eastern United States. It features grey-blue foliage that turns orange-red in autumn and grows 3-4 feet in height. This drought-tolerant, low-maintenance plant thrives in hot, dry areas and is deer resistant, making it a resilient choice for gardens.
Panicum virgatum 'Prairie Sky'
Panicum virgatum 'Prairie Sky' is a native switchgrass with striking powdery blue foliage, originating from Wisconsin. It is taller and less rigid than similar varieties, such as P. 'Heavy Metal'. In late summer, it produces billowing plumes of amber brown, adding a dynamic element to landscapes. This ornamental grass is well-suited for rain gardens and attracts butterflies, making it a valuable addition to wildlife-friendly gardens. It thrives in full sun to part sun and is adaptable to various soil conditions.
Schizachyrium scoparium 'Blue Heaven'
Schizachyrium scoparium 'Blue Heaven' is a tall grass with bluish-green new growth that changes to amber, rose, red, and bronze. It is cold and heat-hardy, preferring full sun and well-drained soils.
Fargesia robusta 'Wolong'
Fargesia robusta 'Wolong' is a clumping bamboo from Sichuan, China, known for its larger, deer-resistant foliage and tropical feel. It forms 7-foot tall clumps and is sensitive to heat, thriving in shaded areas.
Miscanthus sinensis 'Little Kitten'
Miscanthus sinensis 'Little Kitten' is a dwarf ornamental grass known for its long, slender leaves with a silver tint. It produces pink-tinted, silvery-white flower spikes, with foliage turning gold in fall. This warm-season grass thrives in USDA zones 5-9, reaching a mature height of 15 inches and spreading 12-20 inches wide. It is drought-tolerant and provides winter interest, making it a versatile choice for compact garden spaces.
Panicum virgatum 'Totem Pole'
Panicum virgatum 'Totem Pole' is a warm-season ornamental grass with blue-gray foliage and powder-blue stems. It grows 5 to 6 feet tall and produces golden seed panicles in autumn. This grass is resilient to various conditions, including heat, humidity, and drought, and prefers full sun.
Tripidium arundinaceum
Tripidium arundinaceum, also known as hardy sugar cane, is a giant clumping grass native to tropical and subtropical Asia. It features long, grey-green leaves with a white midrib and produces purplish-pink, pampas-like plumes in early to mid-October. This plant can grow up to 10 feet tall and wide, making it a striking addition to gardens.