Prairie Winds® Brush Strokes Little Bluestem

Schizachyrium scoparium 'Brush Strokes' is a striking ornamental grass celebrated for its strictly upright, columnar habit. Its slender, powder-blue foliage stands vertical like paint brush bristles, resisting flopping even in wind. As autumn arrives, the stems transform into a brilliant wine-red, topped by delicate tan seed heads that provide winter interest. This resilient North American native thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it perfect for erosion control, borders, or mass plantings.