About
A dwarf evergreen perennial to 15cm tall, forming a clump of sword-shaped leaves. From early to late summer it produces small clusters of indigo-blue flowers with a yellow eye, held on upright stems.
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
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Poorly-drained
AspectSouth-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 usesBedding displays, containers, gap filling.
Native toN.W.USA
Care notes
CultivationGrow in any moist to poorly drained soil in full sun. 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