Big Bluestem

Andropogon gerardii

Large, warm-season grass. Great accent plant in the home landscape, but not recommended for small spaces as it can be aggressive, spreading via rhizomes. Seedheads resemble a turkey’s foot. Great fall color in the range of gold and pink. Important prairie grass provides habitat for birds, small mammals, and many insects. Hardy to zone 3.

Plant Details

Native Range: Native to western CO and much of North America
Height: up to 7 feet
Spacing: 2-3 feet
Water Needs: Low-Moderate
Soil: Loamy/coarse
Sunlight: Full sun to part shade
Bloom Time: July – September
USDA Zone: 3-9
Life Cycle: Perennial

Shipping

Pick up, shipping, and delivery options available. We can ship anywhere in the contiguous U.S. except Arizona, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Texas, Washington, or Wyoming due to state regulations regarding agricultural imports.

Image Credit:
Andropogon gerardii shrub.png | T.Voekler | Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0
Andropogon gerardii – big bluestem – 51501456605.jpg | Matt Lavin | Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0
Andropogon gerardii – big bluestem – 53117770275.jpg | Matt Lavin | Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0