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Andropogon virginicus
Broom Sedge
Broom Sedge is a clump forming warm-season native grass with an upright habit and dense roots. The straw colored remnants of the previous stem sheaths remain at the base of the bright green foliage that turns a brilliant golden copper in fall. Culms with violet panicles are topped with silky white hairs giving them a feathery appearance in fall. Grows best in full sun and well-drained soils. Excellent drought tolerant once established.
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Height: |
2' - 3' |
Spread: |
1 - 2' |
Spacing: |
1' |
USDA Hardiness Zone: |
5 - 8 |
Culture: |
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Bloom Color: |
Purple |
Season of Interest: |
MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low maintenance. Cut stems to the ground in late winter before new shoots appear.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Wildlife Gardens, Naturalized Areas, Native Gardens, Rock Gardens, and containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Milkweed, Tickseed, Black-Eyed Susan
Image: Forest & Kim Starr, Starr-091104-8883-Andropogon virginicus-habit-Kahanu Gardens NTBG Kaeleku Hana-Maui (24988251115), CC BY 3.0 US
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