Schizachyrium scoparium 'Chameleon' PP31339

Bluestem - Little

‘Chameleon’ Little Bluestem is a chance seedling found in Hantay, France. The parent from which it sported was Schizachyrium ‘The Blues’. The foliage of Schizachyrium scoparium ‘Chameleon’ has green and white stripes in summer, which take on shades of pink, red and light purple in late summer and fall. The name of this exciting new Little Bluestem refers to its color changing characteristics. Introduced into the US by Hoffman Nursery. Must have good drainage.

Height

24 Inches

Spread

24 Inches

USDA Hardiness Zone

Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes

•	Deer Resistant
•	Dried Flower
•	Erosion Control
•	Fall Color - Attractive
•	Green Roof Plants
•	Habit: Compact
•	Native

Winter Interest

•	Foliage
•	Seedheads

Soil Conditions

•	Average
•	Dry
•	Sandy

Bloom Time

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Fall

Exposure

•

Sun

Attracts Wildlife

•	Attracts Butterflies
•	Attracts Pollinators
•	Food Source for Wildlife

Tolerance

•	Black Walnut Tolerant
•	Clay Soil Tolerant
•	Drought Tolerant
•	Salt Tolerant

Foliage Color

•	Multi-Color

Grass Season

•	Warm Season

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