Andropogon gerardii Karl's Cousin®
Karl's Cousin® Big Bluestem
- Narrow upright form
- Blue-green foliage
- Showy flowers in August
- Deer resistant
- Drought tolerant
- Category: Ornamental Grass, Perennial
- Hardiness Zone: 4-9
- Height: 3-4 ft
- Spread: 12-15 in
- Bloom Color: White Shades
- Foliage Color: Blue Shades, Green Shades
This narrow, upright, architecturally pleasing specimen boasts an outstanding blue-green foliage color that changes to purple-blue as the weather cools in fall. Long blooming with showy flower heads for six weeks starting in August. Outstanding landscape color especially in fall. Very easy to grow. Deer and drought tolerant. Outstanding for planting in waves of color. Supports native birds with its seed.
Attracts Wildlife
| • | Supports Bees |
Critter Resistance
| • | Deer Resistant |
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
Habit
| • | Upright |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Andropogon gerardii Karl's Cousin®
Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Feed yearly with an organic fertilizer. Cut back to 4 to 6" above ground level in late winter to prepare for spring flush.