Standing Ovation Little Bluestem

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Schizachyrium scoparium 'Standing Ovation'

Choose Standing Ovation Little Bluestem if you want a native grass with upright structure for sunny, lean spots; the tradeoff is it will not give you a solid screen or lush, shade-garden look.

Buy This If

You want upright native grass.
Your site runs dry.
You like fall color.

Skip This If

You need a hedge.
Your soil stays soggy.
You want broad foliage.

PGNE Report Card

Category	Grade	Why
Landscape Impact	B+	It gives strong vertical texture and good seasonal color without taking over the bed.
Growth Rate	A-	It establishes quickly for a warm-season native grass when planted in the right exposure.
Maintenance	A-	Plan on a cutback before new spring growth, but otherwise it asks for very little.
Deer Resistance	A-	Deer rarely bother ornamental grasses; the bladed foliage is not a favorite, though hungry deer may nip tender new growth.
Small Space Fit	B+	Its upright habit makes it easier to place than wider, arching grasses.
Screening Value	D	It adds movement and texture, but it is too open and seasonal to act as a real screen.

Our Experience

At PGNE, we'd typically recommend this for sunny native beds, driveway edges, and dry slopes where structure matters more than bulk.

Plant Facts

Mature Height	3.5 ft
Mature Width	1.5 ft
Hardiness Zones	3a-8a
Spacing	1.5 ft
Sun	Full Sun to Part Shade
Moisture	Dry to average
Growth Habit	Upright, clumping

Customers Usually Ask

Does it flop?

Less than many little bluestems; its main selling point is the upright habit.

Should I cut it back?

Yes, cut old stems down before new spring growth starts.

Is it good for mass planting?

Yes, it looks best repeated in groups rather than used as one lonely clump.

Why Add Ornamental Grasses to Your Landscape?

Low Maintenance Performance: Most ornamental grasses require minimal pruning and thrive with little upkeep once established.
Movement & Texture: Flowing blades and feathery plumes create dynamic visual interest that changes with light and wind.
Four-Season Appeal: From summer greenery to fall plumes and winter structure, grasses provide year-round landscape impact.

Pro Growers of New England, Inc

SKU:PGNE-42036

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Standing Ovation Little Bluestem