Andropogon gerardii - Big bluestem

A tall, perennial, warm-season grass.

Big bluestem's captivating foliage changes from green to blue-green and silvery blue in the summer, to red, orange and purple in the fall.

Easy to maintain and while tolerant of a wide range of soils and conditions, it grows best in moist, fertile soil.

Self-seeds freely in optimum growing conditions.

Height: 4-6 ft

Sun: Sun

Water: Medium to dry

Bloom color: Purplish-red

Bloom time: September to February