Bothriochloa barbinodis
Cane Bluestem Grass
Description
This perennial grass grows upright, in clumps, up to 3' tall and wide. Stems are straw colored and have fluffy hairs. New leaf growth is blue green and turns reddish yellow with age and dryness. Flowers or inflorescences appear in the summer, tan colored. This grass may be used for naturalizing or restoring areas to its native state.
Plant Type
Perennial, Grass
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Blue Green, Yellow Green, Red
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Meadow
Accenting Features
Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Summer
Location Uses
Roadside
Special Uses
Naturalizing
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.
Ask at your local nursery for the types of plants that have minimal watering needs.