Annual Blue-eyed Grass
Sisyrinchium rosulatum
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
medium
Size
4"–12" H × 3"–8" W
Bloom
Mar, Apr, May
Native to
FL
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
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Annual blue-eyed grass is a small, compact native wildflower that produces delicate blue flowers from March through May. This petite plant forms neat clumps of grass-like foliage and works well as a filler in garden beds or naturalized areas.
In an HOA neighborhood
Annual Blue-eyed Grass is an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement. Maintenance level: moderate. Tidiness: 3 out of 5.
Works well in: foundation, mid zone, backyard only.
- Dies back completely as annual requiring replanting
- Small size may look sparse in prominent locations
- Can appear weedy if not maintained in organized groupings
Wildlife value
The small blue flowers attract bees and butterflies during the spring blooming period. As an annual, it provides seasonal nectar resources for pollinators.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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