BLUE-EYED GRASS

Sisyrinchium angustifolium

 

6 to 12 inches

Fast rate of growth

Full sun

Prefers moist, well-drained soil

Zones 8 to 11

 

A low-growing, herbaceous perennial with long,

narrow leaves that resembles a clump of grass when not in bloom;

and blue to violet star-shaped flowers that bloom profusely in spring.

Perfect for the edge of ponds.

http://florida.plantatlas.usf.edu/Plant.aspx?id=618

http://regionalconservation.org/beta/nfyn/plantdetail.asp?tx=Sisyangu