Scientific Name
Andropogon virginicus

Common Name
Broomsedge; Beard grass; Broomstraw


Hardiness Zones: 3-9
Height: 4'
Light Requirements: Needs full sun
Soil/Moisture: Tolerant of poor soil (sand, clay) and drought
Form/Texture: Upright clump
Inflorescence: Appears in September; turns bright orange in fall; attractively silver when back lit
Comments: Green leaves and stems turns dark red-purple then bright orange in late fall; not recommended for a formal garden; long lived; does not tolerate heavy mulch
Cultivars: --
 

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