WINDWALKER® big bluestem
Andropogon gerardii 'PWIN01S'
A regal, upright ornamental grass selected for its powdery blue foliage that turns plum/purple in September when burgundy plumes wave high in the air. Columnar form makes it ideal for both residential and commercial applications. Beautiful planted in combination with SONORAN SUNSET® Agastache, Russian sage or VERMILION BLUFFS® Mexican sage. Selected by Sunscapes Nursery.
Tips from the pros: Big bluestem should be cut back to about 3" in mid-spring or as soon as new growth appears. Divide every 3-4 years or when the center of the grass clumps starts to die out.
| Plant Type | Ornamental grass |
| Height | 60-72 inches |
| Width | 18-24 inches |
| Flowering Season | September/October |
| Flower Color | Burgundy plumes |
| Sun | Sun |
| Water Needs | Moderate to dry |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | Zones 5-8 |
| Soil Type | Clay, loam, sandy |
| Deer Resistant | Yes |
| Good for Pollination | No |
| Winter Interest | Yes |
| North American Native | Yes |
| Year Introduced | 2015 |
| Annual Commercial Maintenance | Cut back every early spring or after a heavy snow makes them unsightly |
| 5-10 Year Commercial Maintenance | Divide or remove old plants and replace with new plants. |
| Elevation Guide | Up to 6200 ft |
