Big Blue Stem
Botanical Name: Grass-Andropogon gerardii
Courtesy of Bailey Nurseries
About Big Blue Stem
A native grass with attractive blue-green foliage that is tinged with red in summer and turns reddish bronze in fall. Late summer seed heads adds additional interest. Adds height and upright interest to the garden. Use as an accent or plant in masses.
Plant Details
Common Name:
Big Blue Stem
Leaf Color:
Green
Leaf Fall Color
Maroon, Red and Brown
Bloom Time:
Sept-Oct
Sun Exposure:
Likes Sun
Growth Rate:
Medium
Mature Shape:
Upright
Mature Height:
4ft to 6ft
Mature Width:
2ft to 3ft
Attributes:
Tolerates Dry Soils
Deer – low browse