Puget Sound Ponds Sisyrinchium Montanum Blue Eyed Grass
Best native perennial for low maintenance rock gardens and borders.
A charming, grass-like perennial that brings delicate violet-blue blooms to boggy landscapes. It offers a compact, low-maintenance aesthetic perfect for pond edges, though it requires careful, immediate planting upon arrival to thrive.
$11.95
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking low-maintenance plants that support local ecosystems
- Homeowners looking for aesthetic flexibility in damp or dry soil
- Nature enthusiasts wanting to attract beneficial insects to their yard
Who should skip it
- Landscapers requiring consistent, long-lasting floral displays all season
- Meticulous gardeners who prefer highly controlled and contained flower beds
- Aesthetic-focused growers who demand pristine greenery throughout the entire year
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Star-shaped violet blooms provide a striking contrast against lush green foliage.
Moisture Tolerance
Perfectly adapted for boggy soil and saturated pond-edge environments.
Growth Habit
Compact, tidy clumps prevent overcrowding in smaller water garden setups.
Establishment Ease
Bare root delivery requires careful handling to ensure successful initial rooting.
Landscape Versatility
Ideal for adding texture to both formal and naturalistic water features.
Climate Specificity
Strict zone requirements limit its viability in extreme temperature climates.
Key Specs
Zone
Z6
Flower Color
Violet-Blue
Spacing
6-18 inches
Max Spread
12 inches
Max Height
15 inches
Plant Type
Bare Root
Flowering
Yes
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