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Andropogon glomeratus var. glaucopsis 'Liberty Blue'

Also Known As

  • Andropogon glaucopsis 'Liberty Blue'

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like

size

  • H: 18"-42"
  • W: 24"-36"

planting zones

  • 7b-9b

Andropogon glomeratus var. glaucopsis 'Liberty Blue' plant details

Andropogon glomeratus var. glaucopsis 'Liberty Blue' is a deciduous perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with blue foliage. In fall and summer lavender and tan flowers emerge. Features glaucous and grassy texture. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly 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 var. glaucopsis 'Liberty Blue'

Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: poaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue
Mature size: 24 IN - 36 IN - wide, 18 IN - 42 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender and tan blooms in fall and summer
Uses: border plant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Andropogon glomeratus var. glaucopsis 'Liberty Blue'

USDA Zones: 7b - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly 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

Gardening facts about Andropogon glomeratus var. glaucopsis 'Liberty Blue' plant

How to Grow Andropogon glomeratus var. glaucopsis 'Liberty Blue'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly 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

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
    • tan
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • glaucous
    • grassy

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