Coastal Plain Blue-eyed Grass
Sisyrinchium fuscatum
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
medium
Size
6"–18" H × 3"–12" W
Bloom
Mar, Apr, May, Jun
Native to
AL, CT, DE, FL and 9 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
Coastal plain blue-eyed grass forms neat clumps of narrow, grass-like foliage topped with delicate blue flowers from March through June. This compact native perennial stays evergreen year-round and works well as a groundcover or border plant in sunny locations.
In an HOA neighborhood
Coastal Plain Blue-eyed Grass is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
Wildlife value
The small blue flowers attract native bees and butterflies during the extended spring blooming period. Seeds provide food for small songbirds.
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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