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Planting Blue-Eyed Grass in Zone 9

Sisyrinchium angustifolium

Blue-Eyed Grass thrives in zone 9 (hardy 49)

Can I plant today?

⏳ Not the right window

Blue-Eyed Grass has a specific planting window in zone 9. Check back in spring.

Evaluated for April 27, 2026 ·

Zone's last frost

around February 15

Zone's first frost

around December 15

Bloom window

May – June

Peak bloom

May

Sun required

full sun, part sun

Mature height

12"

Spacing

9" apart

Type

perennial

How to plant Blue-Eyed Grass in zone 9

Plant in spring in moist, well-drained soil. Actually an iris despite the name; charming small flowers.

Pair with these for continuous bloom

Blue-Eyed Grass peaks in May. These companions keep your bed in color before and after.

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