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Andropogon gerardii 'Dancing Wind'
Dancing Wind Big Bluestem
- » Brilliant fall color
- » Superb for erosion control
- » Blooms August-November
- Category:Ornamental Grass
- Hardiness Zone:4-9
- Height:5-6 ft
- Spread:2-3 ft
- Foliage Color: Green Shades, Red Shades
A grass that has year-round interest? Dancing Wind is a bluish-green grass but changes to a bright red color in the fall and maintains the hue throughout the winter. Seed heads will provide food sources for birds and small animals.
Attracts Wildlife
| • | Attracts Songbirds |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Fall |
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
Soil Moisture
| • | Moist, Well-Drained |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Andropogon gerardii 'Dancing Wind'
Andropogon gerardii is very tolerant of diverse conditions, but is most often found in full sun, dry and sandy to clay soils. It grows quickly in moist, fertile soils, but is more likely to bend and fall over. Clumps can be divided in early summer, but bring a sturdy shovel! Cut back grass in late winter or early spring.