Andropogon gerardii 'Red October'

Big Bluestem

$19.98
Availability:
Ordering plants has concluded for the season. The selection on our website is what is overwintered at the nursery. Our Spring 2025 plant catalog will be available later this winter.

Foliage emerges deep green with highlights of red. Foliage is purple-red in fall and will be a brilliant scarlet red after our first fall frost. Burgundy seed heads begin blooming in August; they are great for birds and butterflies.

Secondary Name:
Big Bluestem
Plant Type:
Perennials
Hardiness Zone:
ZONE 4
Native:
North East/Great Lakes
Sun Exposure:
SUN
Ultimate Plant Height:
HT 48-72"
Ultimate Spread:
SP 24-36"
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