Western Blue-eyed Grass
Sisyrinchium bellum
Last reviewed: June 2026
Western Blue-eyed Grass (Sisyrinchium bellum) is not on the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center toxic plant list for dogs or cats (aspca.org, last reviewed 2026-05-21). If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
6"–12" H × 6"–12" W
Bloom
Mar, Apr, May, Jun
Native to
CA, OR
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
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Blue-eyed grass is a charming native perennial with grass-like foliage and delicate blue flowers in spring. Despite its name, it's actually a member of the iris family, forming neat clumps that work well in borders or rock gardens.
In an HOA neighborhood
Western 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, backyard only.
- Can look dormant and less attractive in late summer without supplemental water
Wildlife value
The bright blue flowers attract native bees and butterflies, providing valuable spring nectar when many other plants aren't yet blooming.
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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