Andropogon gerardii (NGN)
Big Bluestem
A clumping warm season grass native to this area; mainstay of the native Illinois prairie. Useful as a tall background in the cultivated garden, in mass plantings or for erosion control. Food and nesting source for small mammals and birds.
- Height: 6' – 8'
- Width: 18" – 24"
- Soil Conditions: Moist/Well Drained
- Flower Color: Blue
- Bloom Time: September, October
- Hardiness Zone: 3 To 9

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Plant Characteristics - Andropogon gerardii (NGN)
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Attributes
- Fall Color
- Salt Tolerant
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Attracts Wildlife
- Attracts Wildlife
- Attracts Butterflies
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Plant Habit
- Upright
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Light Conditions
- Sun
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Native Plant Community
- Dry Prairie
- Mesic Prairie
- Savanna
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Flower Color
- Blue
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Flower Hue
- Medium
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Flower Type
- Spike
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Flower Height
- 6' to 8'
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Foliage Color
- Green
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Leaf Texture
- Medium
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Flower Size
- 3" to 4"
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Soil Moisture
- Moist/Well Drained
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Prune Time
- Jan/Feb/March
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Growth Rate
- Average
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Origin
- 90 Miles From Mg