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Elmer's blue-eyed-grass

Sisyrinchium elmeri

Iridaceae
Perennial
Ornamental
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About this plant

Sisyrinchium elmeri, commonly known as Elmer's blue-eyed-grass, is a perennial ornamental plant in the Iridaceae family.

Light

Full sun

Watering

Low water

Soil

Sandy, Loamy, Chalky

Height

0.15–0.3 m

Spread

0.1–0.2 m

Zones

4–9

Flower colors

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Growing Tips

This perennial ornamental is best suited for conditions that are not specified here, including its ideal sun exposure, water needs, hardiness zone, and mature height. Further research would be needed to provide specific cultivation advice.

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