Andropogon gerardii 'Red October' PP26,283
Big Bluestem
USDA Hardiness Zone 3-8
The name says it all, foliage ages from deep green with burgundy tips in spring to firey red stems and leaves by October. Frost encourages the intense color. Red-tinged blooms in fall for additional texture and color. Great winter interest as well.
Height
5-6 ft
Spread
24 in
Interesting Notes
Selected by Intrinsic Perennial Gardens, Inc.
Bloom Time
September-October
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips
Toleratant of hot humid summers, drought and poor soil.
Withstands hot, humid summers and cold, wet winters in the landscape - See more at: http://hoffmannursery.com/plants/andropogon-gerardii-red-october/#sthash.OvsZDj1j.dpuf
Withstands hot, humid summers and cold, wet winters in the landscape - See more at: http://hoffmannursery.com/plants/andropogon-gerardii-red-october/#sthash.OvsZDj1j.dpuf
Good Companions
Black-Eyed-Susan (Rudbeckia speciosa), Bluestar Milkweed (Amsonia ), Bluemist Shrub (Caryopteris ), Butterfly Bush (Buddleia davidii), Coneflower (Echinacea Big Sky), Helen's Flower (Helenium ), Fall Garden Mum (Chrysanthemum ), Bee Balm (Monarda Sugar Buzz® )Characteristics & Attributes
Attributes & Uses
| • | Ground Cover |
| • | Containers |
| • | Cut Flowers |
Critter Resistance
| • | Deer Resistant |
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Summer |
| • | Fall |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Fall |
| • | Winter |
| • | Spring |
| • | Summer |
Soil Moisture Preference
| • | Very Adaptable |
| • | Well-drained |
