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Andropogon glomeratus
Bushy Bluestem, Bluestem, Broomsedge, Bush Beard Grass, Bushy beardgrass

Bushy Bluestem is a tufting, sturdy, warm-season grass that may grow 2 to 6 feet in height. Interesting, beard-like flowers appear in fall. This plant prefers moist to damp sites and is not drought tolerant & has high flammability (do not plant near your home).  This plant has green leaves in summer which turn copper-orange in fall and retain color well into winter. Foliage has a reddish tint.

This grass has great wildlife value; seed for songbirds, cover for small mammals, host plant for Common Wood-Nymph & Skipper butterfly larvae.

Last Updated: June 12, 2022

Key Info

Scientific Name: Andropogon glomeratus
Common Names: Bushy Bluestem, Bluestem, Broomsedge, Bush Beard Grass, Bushy beardgrass
Family Name: Poaceae (Grass Family)
Plant Type: Grass / Grass-like
Light Requirement: Full sun
Moisture Requirement: Moist well drained
Special Characteristics: Attracts butterflies, Attracts birds

Additional Info

Height: 2'-6'
Spread: 2'-3'
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Cure Nursery is a small nursery propagating and selling native plants for the Southeastern U.S. We are located near the town of Pittsboro, Chatham County, in central NC.

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