Andropogon gerardii 'Rain Dance'

Also Known As

Rain Dance Big Bluestem

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

3a-9b

Andropogon gerardii 'Rain Dance' plant details

Andropogon gerardii 'Rain Dance' is a deciduous perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with burgundy, green and red foliage. In fall and summer purple flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. 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 gerardii 'Rain Dance'

Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: poaceae
Foliage: deciduous burgundy, green and red
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in fall and summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, easy-to-grow, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Andropogon gerardii 'Rain Dance'

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
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

Rain Dance' is a long-lived grass that forms a tall, strictly upright clump of red-tipped foliage. The foliage transitions to red in midsummer and turns totally maroon in fall. Deep purple flowers with bright red-orange pollen top this colourful and statuesque display.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Gardening facts about Andropogon gerardii 'Rain Dance' plant

How to Grow Andropogon gerardii 'Rain Dance'

Sun Exposure
- sun
Soil Needs
- clay
- alkaline
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
- gritty
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- wind tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant