Don’t let the name fool you! Common Blue-Eyed Grass is a charming member of the iris family, not a true grass. It forms appealing little clumps of flattened, grass-like foliage that gradually expand, bringing a subtle beauty to your garden.

In late spring and early summer, this native gem unfurls delightful, star-shaped flowers, typically in shades of violet-blue with a sunny yellow heart. These dainty blooms, held on slender stems, are a lovely sight and a welcome source of nectar for early pollinators like mining bees and butterflies. Later in the season, birds such as sparrows and finches might even snack on its seeds.