Western Blue Eyed Grass Seeds - Flower Plant

Western Blue-Eyed Grass is a charming native perennial admired for its delicate, star-shaped violet-blue flowers with bright yellow centers and slender, grass-like foliage. Despite its common name, it is a member of the iris family rather than a true grass. Blooming from late spring through early summer, it is ideal for wildflower meadows, borders, rock gardens, pollinator gardens, and naturalized landscapes. This easy-to-grow plant thrives in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil and attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators.

Features

• Produces delicate violet-blue, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers
• Attractive grass-like foliage throughout the growing season
• Excellent for wildflower gardens, borders, and rock gardens
• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators
• Native perennial that is easy to grow
• Suitable for naturalized landscapes and meadow plantings
• Low-maintenance once established

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Sisyrinchium bellum
• Common Name (US): Western Blue-Eyed Grass
• Seed Type / Variety: Blue Flowering Native Perennial Variety
• Growth Habit: Clump-forming perennial
• USDA Zones: 7–10
• Planting Season: Spring or Fall
• Growing Season: Spring through Early Summer
• Sowing Season: February–April or September–November
• Germination Time and Conditions: 14–30 days at 60–70°F (16–21°C); cold stratification for 2–4 weeks may improve germination. Sow seeds shallowly and keep the soil evenly moist.
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained loamy, sandy, or clay soil with moderate moisture
• Watering Needs: Moderate during establishment; drought tolerant once established
• Mature Plant Size: 8–20 inches tall, 8–12 inches spread
• Plant Spacing: 8–12 inches apart