Produces clusters of three-petaled flowers, typically violet to purple, each flower lasting just one day (opening in the morning and closing by afternoon).
Foliage consists of narrow, arching, grasslike leaves, adding fine texture to prairie plantings.
Seeds are eaten by small birds and insects, and clumps provide cover for ground-dwelling species.
Known for its succession of daily blooms, which keeps the plant showy for weeks despite each flower lasting just one day.
Deer-resistant and tolerant of heat and drought.
Its grasslike clumps provide ornamental interest year-round, even when not in bloom.
Produces clusters of three-petaled flowers, typically violet to purple, each flower lasting just one day (opening in the morning and closing by afternoon).
Foliage consists of narrow, arching, grasslike leaves, adding fine texture to prairie plantings.
Seeds are eaten by small birds and insects, and clumps provide cover for ground-dwelling species.
Known for its succession of daily blooms, which keeps the plant showy for weeks despite each flower lasting just one day.
Deer-resistant and tolerant of heat and drought.
Its grasslike clumps provide ornamental interest year-round, even when not in bloom.
Bloom: late spring to mid-summer
Habitats: barren areas along railroads; hill prairies; roadside embankments; sand prairies
Lifespan: perennial
Moisture: dry-mesic
Plant type (height): forb (0.5 to 1.5 feet)
Requirements: full sun
Soil: sandy
