Grass - Ornamental

Andropogon gerardii

Big Bluestem

Plant Type: Grass - Ornamental

Exposure: Sun Tolerant

King of native grasses! Blue-green foliage that can reach 8' tall forms distinctive seed heads in late summer. Nice red color in fall. Ideal as a background plant, specimen or in naturalized plantings.

Height

4-8'

Spread

2-3'

Andropogon gerardii Plant Care:

Tolerates a wide range of soils and soil conditions.

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Big Bluestem Characteristics & Attributes

Season of Interest

Mid Season (May - June)

Late Season (July - frost)

Soil Moisture Needs

Average

Moderate

Critter Resistance

Deer Resistant