This extraordinary selection of native prairie grass will reach five to six feet tall with dark green foliage that develops purplish-red highlights by late summer, then turns a vivid scarlet red in fall; plant in full sun for best color
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Red October Bluestem is primarily grown for its highly ornamental fruit. The coppery-bronze seed heads are carried on showy plumes displayed in abundance from late summer to early fall. Its attractive grassy leaves are dark green in color with showy purple variegation and tinges of red. As an added bonus, the foliage turns a gorgeous scarlet in the fall. The red stems can be quite attractive.
| Dimensions | 5-6 × 2-4 in |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Andropogon gerardii 'Red October' |
| Height | 2-4' |
| Width | 5-6' |
| Deer Resistance | Y |
| Attracts Pollinators | N |
| Photo Credit | Net PS |
This dwarf variety has a pleasing, compact mounded habit; interesting foliage is banded in yellow; reddish, fan shaped plumes mature to a creamy tan color in winter; excellent for small garden spaces
Perennial grass valued primarily for its rigid, upright form; produces airy plumes of red seed heads in late summer; foliage turns gold in fall; adaptable and drought tolerant
A narrow, upright, grass with a blue- green color that fades to a purple- blue as weather cools in the fall. Considered long blooming with showy seed heads that begin around August.
Dramatic red-copper plumes are eye catching during the early to mid summer months; a cool weather performer that looks wonderful in fresh or dried flower arrangements, borders or garden landscapes; heat tolerant and low maintenance
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