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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

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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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Cream foliage, spring-fall.

Gardening facts about Andropogon glomeratus plant

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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aka Andropogon gerardii var. chrysocomus, Big Bluestem, Bunchgrass, Tallgrass, Turkeyfoot

Plant Type

Perennial, Grass / Grass Like

Zones

4a-9b

Size

Height: 4'-8'

Width: 2'-3'

  • sun
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
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aka Indian Warrior Big Bluestem

Plant Type

Perennial, Grass / Grass Like

Zones

3a-9b

Size

Height: 5'-6'

Width: 1'-2'

  • sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
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aka Red Bull Big Bluestem

Plant Type

Perennial, Grass / Grass Like

Zones

4a-9b

Size

Height: 5'-6'

Width: 1'-2'

  • sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
Photo of Andropogon gerardii 'Red Bull' flower by Intrinsic Perennial Gardens
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aka Red October Big Bluestem, Turkeyfoot

Plant Type

Perennial, Grass / Grass Like

Zones

3a-9b

Size

Height: 6'-8'

Width: 2'-3'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
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