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Andropogon gererdii

Big Blue Stem

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Description

Big Blue Stem is a medium sized ornamental grass that can grow to 6 feet in height. It is hardy and is best left to naturalize.

 

Plant Type

Grass

Height Range

3-6'

Flower Color

Green

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Light Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Poor

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Meadow, Ranch, Wild Garden

Accenting Features

Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Background, Entry, Perennial Border, Shrub Border, Foundation, Raised Planter, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

Wildlife

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.