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Discovered by Rob Gardener of the North Carolina Botanical Gardens and introduced by Niche Gardens of Chapel Hill, NC. Apparently a chance hybrid of B. australis and B. alba, this has the charcoal-gray stems of alba and the blue color from australe, although it is more purple than B. australe. It is a good and vigorous grower and destined to be very much treasured.

This selection came from a batch of seedlings that we planted out. Gypsy Love is short and spreads slowly to form a tidy colony. Its foliage is narrow and glossy, and in our experience, never has a trace of mildew. In late June it bursts into bloom with true pink flowers that often laste into August. It combines beautifully with other low perennials and is ideal for containers or smaller gardens. A naturalized mass is a sight to behold!! Its light and lovely fragrance is pleasant for patio plantings.

From Jelitto Perennial Seeds, Schizachyrium 'Prairie Blues' is an improved selection of one of the most prevalent native grasses in the eastern United States. Consistent grey-blue, ribbon-like foliage takes on hues of orange and red as the season transitions to autumn. This warm season grass has sturdy, narrow stems with an upright habit. 'Prairie Blues' thrives in hot, dry areas.