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Standing Ovation Little Bluestem (Schizachyrium scoparium ‘Standing Ovation’) is a cultivar of the native Little Bluestem grass, prized for its exceptional ornamental qualities. This grass forms dense, upright clumps with slender blue-green leaves in the spring and summer, providing a lovely backdrop to other garden plants. As autumn arrives, ‘Standing Ovation’ lives up to its name, with its foliage turning a brilliant display of reddish-purple and copper tones. The striking transformation continues into the winter, as the seed heads shimmer in the sunlight and provide food for birds. This cultivar is renowned for its exceptional upright growth habit, which sets it apart from the species. It’s a hardy, low-maintenance grass that’s drought-tolerant and adaptable to a range of soil types. ‘Standing Ovation’ Little Bluestem is perfect for adding year-round visual interest to gardens, meadows, prairie plantings, and naturalistic landscapes. Its ecological value in attracting birds and beneficial insects makes it a standout choice for sustainable and wildlife-friendly gardening.