Ha Ha Tonka Little Blue Stem

Photo Credit: Piet Oudolf
Photo Credit: Piet Oudolf
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Ha Ha Tonka Little Blue Stem

Botanical Name

Schizachyrium scoparium 'Ha Ha Tonka' PP32374

Plant Type

Ornamental Grass

Zone
Zones 5 - 10, down to -10° F Find Your Zone
Light Needs
Full Sun
Mature Size

Height 1-2'

Spread 3-4'

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Description

Ha Ha Tonka' Little Bluestem is a versatile ornamental grass known for striking blue-green foliage that transitions to rich copper tones in the fall. Reaching a compact height of 2 to 3 feet, it fits beautifully into borders, mixed plantings, and naturalized areas. This hardy cultivar features a tidy clumping growth habit with fine-textured leaves, providing effortless year-round architectural interest to any sunny landscape setting.

Plant Care

Water

low to medium water in dry to average, well-drained soil

Fertilizer

Once in Spring, use a low-to-medium, slow-released, balanced fertilizer 10-10-10

Pruning

Cut the entire clump back to 3-4 inches above the ground in late winter or early spring

Seasons of Interest

Dense, bushy upright blades with a distinct bluish-green color.

Fiery yellow, orange, copper, and red tones accompanied by purplish-bronze seed heads.

Striking structural upright growth and feathery, silvery-white seed plumes that also serve as winter food for local birds.

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