{"product_id":"schizachyrium-little-red-fox","title":"Schizachyrium 'Little Red Fox'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchizachyrium scoparium 'Little Red Fox'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact selection of Little Bluestem prized for its upright blue green foliage that develops vibrant shades of burgundy, crimson, and red as the season progresses. Airy silver seed heads emerge in late summer and persist into winter adding texture, movement, and lasting seasonal interest to sunny landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24 - 30 in x 18 - 24 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late summer to fall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry to average well drained soil; tolerates sandy and rocky conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low; drought tolerant once established\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deer resistant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNative Status\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSchizachyrium scoparium is native throughout much of North America where it is an important component of prairies, meadows, and open grasslands. 'Little Red Fox' is a cultivated selection chosen for its compact size and exceptional fall color while retaining the ecological benefits of the species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWILDLIFE \u0026amp; INSECTS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBirds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides seeds for songbirds during fall and winter while the upright clumps offer valuable shelter throughout the colder months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eButterflies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServes as a host plant for several skipper butterflies while adding habitat value to native gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpacing \u0026amp; Landscape Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing Recommendations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace 18 - 24 in apart to create attractive drifts or allow individual clumps to develop their naturally upright form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape Placement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for native gardens, prairie plantings, sunny borders, and erosion prone slopes where its colorful foliage and persistent seed heads provide interest across multiple seasons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEchinacea purpurea (Purple Coneflower)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Provides bold summer blooms that pair beautifully with the grass as its foliage develops rich autumn color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLiatris spicata (Blazing Star)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds vertical purple flower spikes while attracting a wide variety of pollinators.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePycnanthemum muticum (Mountain Mint)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Offers bright silvery foliage and exceptional pollinator value alongside the fine textured grass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRudbeckia fulgida 'Goldsturm' (Black Eyed Susan)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Creates striking late season contrast with brilliant golden flowers against deep red foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolidago rugosa 'Fireworks' (Goldenrod)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Extends seasonal color and supports pollinators well into fall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"2 Gallon","offer_id":46790456869025,"sku":"SCHIZACHYRIUM SCOPARIUM LITTLE RED FOX","price":15.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/schizachyrium-little-red-fox","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}