A warm season, perennial bunchgrass with blue-green stems. Once established, has excellent drought tolerance and is easy to maintain. Seed, nesting and shelter for wildlife especially for ground nesters and birds of prey.
Big Bluestem
Andropogon gerardii
Duration
Perennial
Plant Type
Grass
Available
Yes
Height
2-5 feet
Spread
2-3 feet
Bloom Season
Late Summer - Late Fall
Flower Colors
Purple
Sun Tolerance
Soil Tolerance
Average,
Clay,
Sandy,
Dry,
Moist,
Well drained
Features
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QR
https://db.linpi.org/ange
Code
ANGE