100 Seeds Western Blue Eyed Grass Sisyrinchium bellum
Western Blue Eyed Grass is a hardy, clump-forming perennial wildflower prized for its star-shaped blooms in shades of blue to violet-blue with a small yellow center, appearing above narrow, grass-like foliage in spring and early summer. Native to western North America, it is a charming addition to meadow plantings, rock gardens, and low-maintenance borders, attracting pollinators and naturalizing readily in suitable conditions.
This versatile plant works beautifully in wildflower meadows, pollinator gardens, cottage gardens, and as a low-water groundcover in sunny to lightly shaded areas. It pairs well with other native perennials, ornamental grasses, and bulbs. Plants form tidy clumps that slowly spread, offering a soft, natural texture through the growing season.
Species: Sisyrinchium bellum
Type: Perennial wildflower
Plant_Habit: Clump-forming, grass-like foliage
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-draining, moderately fertile to lean soils
Zones: 5 to 9
Germination: Cold stratification for 4 to 6 weeks recommended to improve germination; sow surface-level and keep moist
Sowing: Sow in fall or early spring, lightly press seeds into soil surface without covering deeply
Spacing: 8 to 12 inches apart
Notes: Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings; tolerant of a range of conditions once established