big bluestem is a tall warm season grass that was the dominant grass of the tallgrass prairie which one covered large parts of the midwest. an excellent ornamental grass because of its attractive foliage (10-`5 inches which changes color seasonally.
graceful, colorful ground cover for shady areas. slender stems hold bright yellow foliage with thin green stripes having the effect of a tiny bamboo. great in containers. deciduous. partial sun. spreading clumping habit to 18 inches tall and wide.
absolutely stunning. excellent fountain-like form set with very large, silver-white plumes in late summer. wonderful grass to watch when there is a slight breeze and the sun is shining through the ghostly plumes. a very beautiful garden subject.