Schizachyrium scoparium 'Shining Star' ~ Shining Star Little Bluestem herb The serrated dark blue-green leaves

The serrated dark blue-green leaves usually have an undistinguished in fall

(2) photoset by Forest and Kim Starr

Mulch for winter and plant in an area protected from winter winds

Highlights Arborvitae is a tightly packed upright evergreen shrub with a pyramidal habit that become columnar with age

Schizachyrium scoparium 'Shining Star' ~ Shining Star Little Bluestem herb The serrated dark blue-green leavesShining Star Little Bluestem is a compact native grass that forms a dense mound of gracefully arching slender foliage. The frosted blue green foliaged edged in cream blush with pink in cooler temperatures. Tiny purple flowers rise high above the foliage on stems in late summer and are followed by fluffy white seed heads that persist through winter. Grows best in full sun and well drained soils. Drought tolerant once established. Type: Orn. Grass