Grass (Big Bluestem Holy Smoke)

Andropogon gerardii 'Holy Smoke'
Common name: Big Bluestem

Hardiness zone: 3
Type: Ornamental grass
Native: Yes (North America)

Light requirements: Full sun
Water requirements: Dry to mesic
Soil pH level: pH 6.0–7.5

Height: 120–150 cm
Spread: 60–75 cm
Colours: Blue-green foliage maturing to smoky purple and burgundy with silver-blue highlights; reddish seed heads
Bloom time: Late summer to fall

Drought tolerant: Yes
Deer resistant: Yes
Rabbit resistant: Yes