Lawn Blue-eyed-grass (Sisyrinchium Micranthum) is a annual herb in the Iridaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Sisyrinchium micranthum is a grass-like annual species in the iris family (Iridaceae), native to Mexico, Central America, and South America, commonly found in lawns, roadsides, prairies, and pinelands.

Lawn Blue-eyed-grass

Lawn Blue-eyed-grass

Sisyrinchium Micranthum

Sisyrinchium micranthum is a grass-like annual species in the iris family (Iridaceae), native to Mexico, Central America, and South America, commonly found in lawns, roadsides, prairies, and pinelands.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-11

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator attraction

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Lawn Blue-eyed-grass

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Taxonomy

Family:Iridaceae
Genus:Sisyrinchium