Big Bluestem Starter Live Plant | Andropogon gerardii | Native Prairie Grass

About This Plant

Big Bluestem (Andropogon gerardii) is a native North American warm-season prairie grass prized for tall blue-green foliage, distinctive three-pronged turkey foot seed heads, and striking copper, bronze, and burgundy fall color. It forms a deep-rooted, drought-tolerant perennial that supports wildlife and erosion control. This greenhouse-grown starter live plant is ideal for prairie, native, and wildlife gardens.

What You Will Receive

1 healthy, greenhouse-grown Big Bluestem starter live plant, carefully packaged for shipping. Plant size is a starter live plant as described by the seller.

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Andropogon gerardii
• Common Name: Big Bluestem
• Plant Size: Starter live plant
• Light: Full sun
• Growing Media: Well-draining soil (average, sandy, clay, or rocky)
• Water: Water regularly during establishment; drought tolerant once established
• Humidity: Adaptable
• USDA Hardiness: Zones 4–9
• Mature Size: Approximately 5–8 feet tall and 2–3 feet wide

Perfect For

• Native Plant Gardens
• Prairie Gardens
• Pollinator Gardens
• Wildlife Gardens
• Rain Gardens
• Naturalized Landscapes
• Erosion Control
• Ornamental Grass Collections