Overview
Schizachyrium scoparium 'Smoke Signal'PBR is a clump forming grass like in the genus Schizachyrium, part of the Poaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Schizachyrium scoparium 'Smoke Signal'PBR grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, coastal, cottage and informal garden, gravel garden, patio and container plants, prairie planting and flower borders and beds.
About
Schizachyrium scoparium, commonly known as little bluestem or beard grass, is a species of North American prairie grass native to most of the contiguous United States as well as a small area north of the Canada–US border and northern Mexico. It is most common in the Midwestern prairies and is one of the most abundant native plants in Texas grasslands.
About the genus
Schizachyrium is a widespread genus of plants in the grass family. The name is derived from the Ancient Greek words σχίζειν, meaning "to split," and ἄχυρον, meaning "chaff." It refers to either the glume or the toothed lemmas.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Schizachyrium
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Schizachyrium scoparium 'Smoke Signal'PBR size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Grass Like
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Patio and container plants, Prairie planting, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Schizachyrium scoparium 'Smoke Signal'PBR
- Propagation
- Seed, Division in spring
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Schizachyrium scoparium 'Smoke Signal'PBR?
Schizachyrium scoparium 'Smoke Signal'PBR prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Schizachyrium scoparium 'Smoke Signal'PBR need?
Schizachyrium scoparium 'Smoke Signal'PBR is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Schizachyrium scoparium 'Smoke Signal'PBR hardy in the UK?
Schizachyrium scoparium 'Smoke Signal'PBR has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Schizachyrium scoparium 'Smoke Signal'PBR?
Seed, Division in spring.
