Skies blue-eyed grass
Sisyrinchium 'Skies'
USDA zones5 to 9
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size3 to 6 inches tall9 to 12 inches wide
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Blue with yellow center eye
Notes
'Skies' blue-eyed grass (Sisyrinchium 'Skies') is a perennial for edging, rock gardens, and containers. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full sun and average moisture. It grows 3 to 6 inches tall and spreads 9 to 12 inches. Blue flowers with a yellow center eye open in late spring and early summer. It is also drought tolerant.
Pairs well with Avens, Pincushion flower, and Feather reed grass.