Sisyrinchium mucronatum, commonly known as Needletip Blue-Eyed Grass, is a deciduous perennial herb native to moist meadows, grasslands, and open woods in the upper Midwest and Northeastern USA, as well as Eastern Canada. This plant typically grows to a height of 0.5-2 feet (0.15-0.6 meters) and spreads about 0.5-0.7 feet (0.15-0.2 meters). It forms clumps of narrow, grass-like leaves and bears small, star-shaped blue flowers with yellow centers in the late spring to early summer, which are quite showy despite their size.

Needletip Blue-Eyed Grass is valued for its delicate flowers and grassy foliage, which add texture and color to garden settings. It is often used in rock gardens, border fronts, and wildflower meadows. It is relatively low-maintenance, requiring medium amounts of water and thriving in soils with medium drainage. It prefers full sun but can tolerate light shade. While generally pest-free, it can suffer from rust or root rot if conditions are too wet. It is not known to be invasive and does not have aggressive roots, making it a safe choice for most garden settings.CC BY-SA 4.0