Andropogon gerardii
Common name: Big Bluestem
A native North American prairie grass forming
a large clump of silvery-blue foliage from 4-7' in height.
The purplish flower spikes emerge in August and September.
Clump-forming
Height: 4-7' "with plumes"
Spread: 2-3'
Exposure: Full sun to part
Zone: 3-10
Photo courtesy Bailey Nurseries, Inc