Common Names: Narrow Leaf Blue-eyed Grass
Scientific Name: Sisyrinchium angustifolium
 
Plant Characteristics
Duration: Perennial
Size: Typically grows to a height of 1-2 ft.
Bloom Color: Blue to Violet
Bloom Time: Late Spring to Early Summer
 
Growing Conditions
Water Use: Low to Medium
Light Requirement: Full Sun to Part Shade
Soil Moisture: Well-drained
 
Ecological Benefits
Narrow Leaf Blue-eyed Grass supports Maryland's native ecosystems by attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies. Its delicate blue-violet flowers add beauty to gardens while contributing nectar resources to insects. As a native perennial, it plays a role in preserving the region's natural balance and biodiversity.