Big Bluestem

Big Bluestem (Andropogon gerardii) is the iconic native grass of the American prairie, known for its height, seasonal color, and ecological value. This 32-plant pack brings stature and movement to your landscape while supporting wildlife and replacing invasive ornamental grasses.

Emerging with a bluish tint in spring, Big Bluestem grows tall and green by midsummer, crowned with purplish flower clusters. Come fall, it transforms into a tapestry of red, bronze, and lavender, offering stunning seasonal interest. Its seeds provide food for birds through winter, making it both beautiful and beneficial.

Though slow to establish, this long-lived perennial is well worth the wait. It thrives in full sun and average to dry soils, eventually forming impressive clumps that may need division in smaller gardens.

Why Choose a Tray of Big Bluestem?

• Tall & showy – Adds vertical structure and fall color.
• Supports wildlife – Seeds feed birds; dense growth shelters insects.
• Native alternative to invasives – A sustainable choice for ornamental grass lovers.

Plant Big Bluestem in sunny meadows, borders, or naturalized areas for a low-maintenance, high-impact native grass that truly earns its place in the garden.

• Consider removing seedlings every so often to control spread
• Older plants may require some division to control overall size