{"product_id":"big-bluestem-andropogon-gerardii","title":"Big Bluestem (Andropogon gerardii)","description":"\u003cp\u003eBig Bluestem, often called the 'King of the Prairies,' is a majestic and iconic native grass that once dominated the vast tallgrass prairies of central North America. This towering warm-season perennial can reach heights of 4 to 8 feet, making it a perfect choice for natural screens or the back of a large meadow planting. Its stems often exhibit a striking blue or purplish hue at the base, and in late summer, it produces distinctive three-parted flower heads that resemble a turkey's foot. As the season turns to autumn, the entire plant takes on a rich copper or wine-red color that lasts well into winter. Big Bluestem is a vital component of the ecosystem, providing essential nesting habitat for ground-nesting birds and serving as a host plant for numerous skipper butterflies. It is exceptionally deep-rooted and drought-tolerant, preferring full sun and medium to dry soils. While it can be aggressive in small spaces, its presence is indispensable for authentic prairie restorations and large-scale native landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eQuick facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–8 ft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full to Partial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil moisture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-Wet to Dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jun–Sep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLife cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm-season, Aggressive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native to 44 states, including Iowa, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois, Missouri, Nebraska\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/database.hokseynativeseeds.com\/species\/andropogon-gerardii\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSee the full growing guide and county range map for Big Bluestem\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hoksey Native Seeds","offers":[{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":50900698169541,"sku":null,"price":3.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/4 lb","offer_id":50900698202309,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/2 lb","offer_id":50900698235077,"sku":null,"price":5.89,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 lb","offer_id":50900698267845,"sku":null,"price":11.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 lb","offer_id":50900698300613,"sku":null,"price":54.63,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0752\/6567\/1365\/files\/1ydb1cONfBxm0vR5jh8TVokus46vSBwSa.jpg?v=1793123847","url":"https:\/\/hokseynativeseeds.com\/products\/big-bluestem-andropogon-gerardii","provider":"Hoksey Native Seeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}