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Standing Ovation Little Bluestem
Schizachyrium scoparium 'Standing Ovation' PP #25,202
Pronunciation: ski-za-KRY-ee-um sko-PAIR-ee-um
SKU #43133
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Water when top 3 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Fast growing; reaches 3 to 4 ft. tall, 1 to 2 ft. wide.
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| Description | Exceptionally sturdy stems that don't flop over, even in high winds and heavy rain. Striking blue-green foliage adds great contrast with hints of green, pink, and purple. Foliage color softens in late summer then develops fiery red and orange hues in fall. Showy silver plumes develop seed heads that persist through winter, providing forage for birds. |
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| Bloom Time | Summer, persisting through winter. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Fall Color, Waterwise, Fast Growing, Benefits Birds |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Drought Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Privacy Screen, Hillside |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Multicolored |
| Foliage Fall Color | Orange |
| Companion Plants | Coneflower (Echinacea); Tickseed (Coreopsis); Salvia (Salvia); Sedum (Sedum); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum) |
| Care Instructions | Grows easily in a wide range of soils and environmental conditions including clay, high heat, and humidity. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates drought. Cut to the ground in late winter to early spring. |
| History | The new cultivar Schizachyrium scoparium 'Standing Ovation', was discovered by Steven M. Castorani and Timothy McGinty as a naturally occurring whole plant mutation in a trail bed in Landenberg, Pennsylvania, in 2003, growing amongst plants of Schizachyrium scoparium 'The Blues', (not patented). The parentage is unknown, however, 'The Blues' is considered a likely parent based on the characteristics of the new cultivar and its proximity. Asexual reproduction of the new cultivar by division and tissue culture has shown that the unique features are stable and reproduced true to type in successive generations. Schizachyrium scoparium 'Standing Ovation' was introduced by North Creek Nurseries in Pennsylvania. It was issued U.S. Plant Patent #25,202 in December of 2014. |
Details
| Description | Exceptionally sturdy stems that don't flop over, even in high winds and heavy rain. Striking blue-green foliage adds great contrast with hints of green, pink, and purple. Foliage color softens in late summer then develops fiery red and orange hues in fall. Showy silver plumes develop seed heads that persist through winter, providing forage for birds. |
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| Bloom Time | Summer, persisting through winter. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Fall Color, Waterwise, Fast Growing, Benefits Birds |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Drought Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Privacy Screen, Hillside |
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| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Multicolored |
| Foliage Fall Color | Orange |
| Companion Plants | Coneflower (Echinacea); Tickseed (Coreopsis); Salvia (Salvia); Sedum (Sedum); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Grows easily in a wide range of soils and environmental conditions including clay, high heat, and humidity. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates drought. Cut to the ground in late winter to early spring. |
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History
| History | The new cultivar Schizachyrium scoparium 'Standing Ovation', was discovered by Steven M. Castorani and Timothy McGinty as a naturally occurring whole plant mutation in a trail bed in Landenberg, Pennsylvania, in 2003, growing amongst plants of Schizachyrium scoparium 'The Blues', (not patented). The parentage is unknown, however, 'The Blues' is considered a likely parent based on the characteristics of the new cultivar and its proximity. Asexual reproduction of the new cultivar by division and tissue culture has shown that the unique features are stable and reproduced true to type in successive generations. Schizachyrium scoparium 'Standing Ovation' was introduced by North Creek Nurseries in Pennsylvania. It was issued U.S. Plant Patent #25,202 in December of 2014. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Standing Ovation Little Bluestem produce flowers?
Summer, persisting through winter.
Is Standing Ovation Little Bluestem evergreen or deciduous?
Standing Ovation Little Bluestem is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Standing Ovation Little Bluestem?
Standing Ovation Little Bluestem is Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Fall Color, Waterwise, Fast Growing, Benefits Birds.
Is Standing Ovation Little Bluestem resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Drought Tolerant
How fast does Standing Ovation Little Bluestem grow?
Standing Ovation Little Bluestem has a Fast growth rate.
Where can I use Standing Ovation Little Bluestem in my landscape?
Standing Ovation Little Bluestem is suitable for: Border, Container, Privacy Screen, Hillside.
What color are Standing Ovation Little Bluestem flowers?
Standing Ovation Little Bluestem produces White flowers.
What color is the foliage of Standing Ovation Little Bluestem?
Standing Ovation Little Bluestem has Multicolored foliage.
What plants grow well with Standing Ovation Little Bluestem?
Good companion plants for Standing Ovation Little Bluestem include: Coneflower (Echinacea); Tickseed (Coreopsis); Salvia (Salvia); Sedum (Sedum); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum).
How do I care for Standing Ovation Little Bluestem?
Grows easily in a wide range of soils and environmental conditions including clay, high heat, and humidity. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates drought. Cut to the ground in late winter to early spring.
What is the history of Standing Ovation Little Bluestem?
The new cultivar Schizachyrium scoparium 'Standing Ovation', was discovered by Steven M. Castorani and Timothy McGinty as a naturally occurring whole plant mutation in a trail bed in Landenberg, Pennsylvania, in 2003, growing amongst plants of Schizachyrium scoparium 'The Blues', (not patented). The parentage is unknown, however, 'The Blues' is considered a likely parent based on the characteristics of the new cultivar and its proximity. Asexual reproduction of the new cultivar by division and tissue culture has shown that the unique features are stable and reproduced true to type in successive generations. Schizachyrium scoparium 'Standing Ovation' was introduced by North Creek Nurseries in Pennsylvania. It was issued U.S. Plant Patent #25,202 in December of 2014.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.