2021-2022 Hoffman Nursery Catalog of Grasses

Schizachyrium scoparium ‘Carousel’
PP20948
CAROUSEL LITTLE BLUESTEM
This Little Bluestem cultivar is broad and basketlike
at its base, giving it a unique look and
helping it remain upright throughout winter.
Blue green foliage develops pink, midsummer
highlights, transitioning to copper and mahogany
in fall. Prefers nutrient-poor soils but is less
likely to flop with rich soil than other cultivars.
From Chicagoland Grows ® ; asexual propagation
prohibited.
SCHIZACHYRIUM
Warm season, blue-green, 1.5’, 2.5’ with blooms,
sun, dry-average, flowers early fall, Zones 3-9,
Origin: North America
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Schizachyrium scoparium ‘Chameleon’
PP31339
CHAMELEON LITTLE BLUESTEM
Unique, eye-catching variegation and changing
colors elevate Chameleon Little Bluestem to
glamour status. Bright white and green stripes
adorn the leaves in early spring and summer.
Late in the season, blades develop a flush of
pink and light purple, giving it a rich, lush look.
‘Chameleon’ has a compact habit (2’ tall) that
fits in any garden. Discovered by Thierry Delabroye
in Hantay, France as a chance seedling
among S. scoparium ‘The Blues’. Propagation
prohibited without license.
Schizachyrium scoparium ‘Chameleon’ PP31339
Warm season, green/white variegated, 1.5’, 2’ with
blooms, sun, dry, flowers early fall, Zones 3-9,
Origin: North America
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