Little Bluestem 'Standing Ovation' Part Shade Manfreda maculosa

Manfreda maculosa

Its upright growth habit makes it a fantastic 'thriller' in a container

It spreads out more than it grows tall

Common names include Texas Tuberose

Buffalo grass has no natural diseases or pests

Little Bluestem 'Standing Ovation' Part Shade Manfreda maculosaSchizachyrium scoparium 'Standing Ovation' Little Bluestem is a shortgrass native to North America. You'll find it gracing prairies, fields, clearings, hills, limestone glades, roadsides, waste areas, and open woods. One special cultivar is Standing Ovation, which features striking blue leaf blades with red tips. Its leaf blades are broader than those found on typical straight species plants, adding to its unique appeal. In the fall, it dazzles with