Sisyrinchium angustifolium 'Suwannee' ~ Suwannee Blue-Eyed Grass spring-bloomers The leaves emerge in spring

The leaves emerge in spring as an orange-red that matures to a bright yellow-gold that doesn’t burn or bleach in the summer heat

The foliage is mildly toxic to mammals if ingested

Can be used as turf replacement for shady dry areas

Franklin’s Gem makes an ideal low hedge or backdrop for flower beds

Sisyrinchium angustifolium 'Suwannee' ~ Suwannee Blue-Eyed Grass spring-bloomers The leaves emerge in springSuwannee Blue eyed Grass is a low growing semi evergreen perennial wildflower with medium green lance like foliage. The distinctively flat flower stems hold pale lavender blue flowers with yellow eyes in late spring and early summer. Best color with full sun and well drained soils. Type: Perennial Origins: Eastern N. America; GA Native Height: 0. 5' 1' Spread: 1 1. 5' Spacing: 1' USDA Hardiness Zone: 6 9 Culture: Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color: Blue