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Andropogon scoparius 'The Blues'

Family Gramineae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   4a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Spread 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Andropogon scoparius 'The Blues' (broombeard grass) bears brown blossoms during late summer to early autumn. This plant has greyish aquamarine foliage.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, cut flowers, dried flowers, mass planting and wild flower.
Special Characteristics This plant has a natural ability to resist deer, and it is tolerant of drought.