Big Blue Stem, Andropogon geradii is a characteristic species of Canada’s tallgrass prairie ecosystems. A clump forming warm season grass it grows up to 2.5m in height and a root depth up to 3m. It has green-blue leaves, delicate yellow flowers and a distinctive three pronged seed head giving it the nickname turkey foot.  

Wildlife benefits: Food source, nesting habitat, larval host, cover

Uses: Ornamental Grass, pollinator gardens, meadow/prairie plantings, erosion control, pastures

Conditions: Full Sun- partial shade, moist to fresh, sand to clay, drought tolerant, deer resistant