Big Blue Stem (Andropogon gerardii) [an-dro-PO-gon jer-AR-dee-eye] |
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| Other Names | Andropogon gerardi, Big Bluestem, Andropogon gerardii (NGN), Andropogon gerardii 3 Gal. |
| Family | Poaceae |
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| Named Cultivars | Andropogon gerardii 'Blackhawks', Andropogon gerardii 'Hi Ho Silver', Andropogon gerardii 'Holy Smoke', Andropogon gerardii 'Indian Warrior', Andropogon gerardii 'Karl's Cousin', Andropogon gerardii 'Lord Snowdon's Big Blue', Andropogon gerardii 'Red Bull', Andropogon gerardii 'Red October', Andropogon gerardii 'Sentinel' |
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| Plant Data | |
| I am a... | Deciduous Perennial |
| Mature Size | 4 - 6 feet tall. 24 - 36 inches wide. |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun - Full Sun |
| Moisture Tolerance | - Medium: |
| Zones | 4a - 9b |
| Tags | Grasses, Illinois Native, Most Popular |
| Bloom Period | September to February |
| Flower Color | Purplish-Red |
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