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Big Bluestem

Andropogon Gerardii

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Overview

Big Bluestem (Andropogon gerardii) is a robust, perennial grass reaching 4-6 ft. A quintessential North American prairie plant, it showcases purplish flower spikes and bluish-green foliage which turns a striking reddish-bronze in fall. This hardy species thrives in full sun with deep roots adapting to a wide range of soils. Ideal for naturalistic landscapes, it offers excellent erosion control and is a magnificent accent in mixed borders.

Sun FullWater LowZones 4–9Climate Temperate
Big Bluestem (Andropogon Gerardii) — Big Bluestem (Andropogon gerardii) is a robust, perennial grass reaching 4-6 ft

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low
USDA zones
4–9

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Poaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Photos (83)

Big Bluestem (Andropogon Gerardii) — grass / perennial for full; moreover, this grass boasts ecological benefits, attracting local wildlife and, image 78
Big Bluestem (Andropogon Gerardii) — though it shows a preference for well-drained soil; the distinct 'turkey foot' seed heads, image 73
Big Bluestem (Andropogon Gerardii) — Minimal maintenance is needed, though occasional trimming can promote denser growth; though it shows a, image 74
Big Bluestem (Andropogon Gerardii) — Moreover, this grass boasts ecological benefits, attracting local wildlife and supporting biodiversity.<br>; a, image 75
Big Bluestem (Andropogon Gerardii) — grass / perennial with green and red blooms; emerge in late summer and lend a unique texture and visual, image 77
Big Bluestem (Andropogon Gerardii) — Big Bluestem requires full sun exposure and can tolerate both dry and moist environments; scientifically known, image 72
Big Bluestem (Andropogon Gerardii) — it showcases purplish flower spikes and bluish-green foliage which turns a striking reddish-bronze in fall, image 81
Big Bluestem (Andropogon Gerardii) — Big Bluestem (Andropogon gerardii) is a robust, perennial grass reaching 4-6 ft; this hardy species thrives in, image 79
Big Bluestem (Andropogon Gerardii) — A quintessential North American prairie plant; with exceptional specimens soaring up to 8 feet when conditions, image 80
Big Bluestem (Andropogon Gerardii) — This hardy species thrives in full sun with deep roots adapting to a wide range of soils; grass / perennial, image 82
Big Bluestem (Andropogon Gerardii) — Ideal for naturalistic landscapes; it offers excellent erosion control and is a magnificent accent in mixed, image 83

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