How much sun does Nevada Blue-eyed Grass need?

Nevada Blue-eyed Grass grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Nevada Blue-eyed Grass bloom?

Nevada Blue-eyed Grass blooms in April, May, and June.

Where is Nevada Blue-eyed Grass native?

Nevada Blue-eyed Grass (Sisyrinchium halophilum) is native to CA, NV, OR, UT, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.

What pollinators does Nevada Blue-eyed Grass attract?

Nevada Blue-eyed Grass draws bees and beetles.

Is Nevada Blue-eyed Grass HOA-friendly?

Nevada Blue-eyed Grass is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

Nevada Blue-eyed Grass

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Sisyrinchium halophilum

Last reviewed: September 2026

Toxicity unknown

Nevada Blue-eyed Grass (Sisyrinchium halophilum) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

Light

full sun

Water

low

Size

4"–12" H × 2"–6" W

Bloom

Apr, May, Jun

Native to

CA, NV, OR, UT

Pollinators

bees, beetles

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A compact native perennial that forms small clumps of narrow, grass-like foliage. It produces delicate blue flowers with yellow centers from April through June, creating charming seasonal color in drought-tolerant gardens.

In an HOA neighborhood

Nevada 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.

Very small size may appear sparse if not planted in groups

Wildlife value

The flowers attract native bees and beetles during the spring blooming period, providing important early-season nectar sources for pollinators.

Common questions

How much sun does Nevada Blue-eyed Grass need?: Nevada Blue-eyed Grass grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Nevada Blue-eyed Grass bloom?: Nevada Blue-eyed Grass blooms in April, May, and June.
Where is Nevada Blue-eyed Grass native?: Nevada Blue-eyed Grass (Sisyrinchium halophilum) is native to CA, NV, OR, UT, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Nevada Blue-eyed Grass attract?: Nevada Blue-eyed Grass draws bees and beetles.
Is Nevada Blue-eyed Grass HOA-friendly?: Nevada Blue-eyed Grass is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

Native range data from vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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