Big Bluestem - Prairie Native

Big Bluestem is a giant of the prairies! It’s what was the backbone of much of the prairies. It’s vital for native wildlife. It is native from the Rocky Mountains to the Atlantic Ocean. Its nickname is Turkey Foot as the seeds can look like a turkey’s foot. 

Lush green 3-8' plants change color at first frost to red and copper tones that provides winter interests. Grows well in all soil types, just not standing water. Hardy to zone 3.

Characteristics: 

• Perennial, hardy to zone 3
• Heigh is to 3-8 feet
• Winter Interest Changes color after frost to red-copper
• Thrives in almost any soil types and drought tolerant
• Warm-season grass
• 250 Seeds per packet 

Instructions - Sow seeds indoors in a warm area (70-85°F). Transplant outdoors after danger of frost has passed. Seeds can also be directly sown into a weed-free seedbed in late April-June. Tolerates most moisture levels and withstands drought.

Alternatively Start Indoors - 8-10 weeks before the last frost.  

Sow 1/2" deep

Germination 14-20d days

Thin 24" apart

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