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Andropogon virginicus

Family Gramineae
Plant Type ornamental grass
Zone USDA:   5a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level
Height 0.9 - 1.8 m (3 - 6 ft)
Spread 0.6 - 1.2 m (2 - 4 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The ornamental grass Andropogon virginicus (broomsedge) bears bright yellow flowers during early autumn to mid fall. The showy matte foliage is medium green in colour and fine in texture.
Typical Uses Dried flowers and wild flower.
Special Characteristics Birds and butterflies are attracted to Andropogon virginicus . Andropogon virginicus is tolerant of drought and pollution.
Cautions The growth rate of Andropogon virginicus (broomsedge) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout. Depending upon your local conditions, Andropogon virginicus (broomsedge) may be invasive. Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.