About
An evergreen perennial to 15cm tall, forming a clump of grass-like leaves. In early summer it produces small, blue flowers with a yellow eye.
About the genus
Sisyrinchium can be annuals or rhizomatous perennials forming a clump of narrowly sword-shaped leaves with erect stems carrying solitary or clustered, star-shaped or bell-shaped flowers in spring or summer
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAlkaline, Neutral, Acid
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectEast-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH4
Plant details
Plant typeAlpine Rockery, Grass Like
HabitTufted
FoliageEvergreen
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesPatio and container plants, Rock garden
Care notes
CultivationGrow in any moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. May have the potential to become a nuisance as seeds prolifically
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by seed or division in spring
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free