Andropogon 'Prairie Blues' 140mm

Andropogon 'Prairie Blues', commonly known as Little Bluestem, is a perennial ornamental grass celebrated for its upright, clumping habit and fine-textured blue-grey foliage. This hardy grass offers stunning seasonal color changes, shifting from silvery-blue in summer to fiery orange and red in autumn, with attractive seed heads through winter.

Key Features:

• Upright, compact clumping grass reaching 80–120 cm tall and 40–60 cm wide
• Seasonal color shifts—blue-grey in summer, vibrant orange and red in autumn
• Silvery tufted seed heads add winter interest and texture
• Hardy and drought tolerant once established
• Thrives in full sun and well-drained, low fertility soils
• Low maintenance and frost tolerant

Suitable Garden Uses:
Perfect for prairie-style gardens, borders, mass plantings, and erosion control. Performs well in temperate climates with dry summers and cooler winters. Adds year-round structural interest and vibrant autumn color.

Wildlife Value:
Supports butterflies, songbirds, and beneficial insects by providing habitat and food.

Care Tips:

• Plant in full sun for best color and form
• Water moderately during establishment; reduce watering once mature
• Cut back old growth in late winter to promote fresh spring growth
• Avoid high fertility soils to prevent floppiness

Fun Fact:
Native Americans used dried bluestem grass in winter moccasins for insulation. 'Prairie Blues' has been recognized for its beauty and resilience, prized by gardeners in temperate zones worldwide.