Schizachyrium scoparium Smoke Signal Bloom winter The extensive root system that

The extensive root system that develops over time allows established specimens to access moisture from deeper soil layers

the soil should never become waterlogged

Through summer and fall it begins to bloom with yellow salvia flowers that native pollinators enjoy

it grows 30 to 40 feet tall and 22 to 25 feet wide at maturity which occurs around 25 to 30 years and has a moderate growth rate

Schizachyrium scoparium Smoke Signal Bloom winter The extensive root system thatAlso known as Little Bluestem Grass, schizachyrium is an excellent native choice for gardeners looking to bring texture, sound, and color to the yard. 'Smoke Signal' is named for the scarlet red and deep purple tones that the plant takes on through late summer and fall. This cultivar was selected because it provides a strictly upright habit and doesn't fall like some other varieties. This native plant has great appeal for its coloration and strictly