Big Bluestem Grass - Andropogon geradii, 1 Pack
- Shipping Starts in Late March 2026
- Shipped as Small Starter Plants (2.5" Plugs)
- Sustainable Packaging
- Canada-Wide Shipping
Andropogon gerardii
A majestic native grass, Andropogon gerardii (Big Bluestem) forms tall, upright clumps that tower 120–240 cm (4–8 ft) above a base of blue‑green, flattened foliage—maturing to green and then rich red‑bronze in autumn. In late summer, it bears distinctive three‑branched purplish flower spikes resembling a turkey’s foot, adding architectural interest and winter appeal when left standing. Thriving in full sun and tolerating dry, moist, clay, or sandy soils, it’s highly drought-, deer-, and erosion-resistant, making it ideal for prairie restorations, naturalistic borders, windbreaks, and erosion control. Slow to establish but long-lived, its deep roots support wildlife and pollinators while providing habitat for birds and butterflies.
- 1 - 2.5" Plug
- Architectural turkey‑foot blooms
- Drought & deer resistant
- Ideal for prairie or erosion control
| Specifications | Details |
|---|---|
| Colour | Blue‑green foliage; red‑bronze in fall; purplish flower spikes |
| Hardiness Zone | 3 - 9 |
| Plant Height | 120–240 cm (4–8 ft) |
| Plant Width | 60–90 cm (2–3 ft) |
| Sun Requirements | Full sun |
| Fragrant | No |
| Deer Resistant | Yes |
| Plant Timing | Warm-season perennial |
| Bloom Timing | August - September |
| Plant Depth | Clump-forming from shallow rhizomes |
| Plant Spacing | 60–90 cm (24–36 in) between plants |
