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Andropogon glomeratus
Also Known As
- Bushy Bluestem
Plant type
grass / grass like
size
- H: 4'-6'
- W: 2'-3'
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Andropogon glomeratus plant details
Andropogon glomeratus is a deciduous grass (or grassy in appearance) with green foliage. In summer tan flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in alkaline, average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant, verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Andropogon glomeratus
- Plant type: grass (or grassy in appearance)
- Plant family: poaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
- Flowers: tan blooms in summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Andropogon glomeratus
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, humidity, verticillium wilt and wind
- Soil needs: alkaline, average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained
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How to Grow Andropogon glomeratus
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- clay
- alkaline
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- wind tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- tan
Wildlife
- butterflies
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 4'-8'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 5'-6'
Width: 1'-2'
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 5'-6'
Width: 1'-2'
- sun
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 6'-8'
Width: 2'-3'
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