Andropogon
Andropogon gerardii Red October (38 cells) PP26283
Deep green foliage darkens to purple in late summer, then vivid scarlet in autumn for spectacular late-season color. Production Location: Florida Tray Size: 38...
Andropogon
Andropogon glomeratus (38 cells)
- Cell Size: 38 cell tray. Depth 3". Volume (max. dry) cubic inches: 8.54
Recommended Finish Size: 1 gallon
Growing Media: Well-draining commercial media
Growing Temperature: 65-75 F (days) 55-65 F (nights)
Soil PH: 5.8-6.2
Soil EC: 0.6-0.9
Finish Time for Spring Sale: 6 - 8 weeks
Growing Info: Pinching not required.
Fertilizing: Constant liquid feed at very low levels of 50-75 ppm N
Moisture Level: Grow plants evenly moist.
Watch for Pest and Disease: Leaf spots, rusts
Vernalization Requirements: Not required.
Supplemental Lighting: None required.
Growth Regulators: Generally, not needed.
Day Length: Grown primarily for foliage.
Other: None
SKU:6525
Description
Cultural Information
Description
North American native. Sturdy, upright green leaves in summer turn a beautiful copper-orange in fall; retains color well into winter.
Production Location: Florida
Tray Size: 38 plants
Common Name: Bushy Beard Bluestem
USDA Hardiness Zone: 5 - 9
Mature Height: 72 inches
Seedhead Color: Pink
Exposure: Full Sun
Cultural Information
- Cell Size: 38 cell tray. Depth 3". Volume (max. dry) cubic inches: 8.54
Recommended Finish Size: 1 gallon
Growing Media: Well-draining commercial media
Growing Temperature: 65-75 F (days) 55-65 F (nights)
Soil PH: 5.8-6.2
Soil EC: 0.6-0.9
Finish Time for Spring Sale: 6 - 8 weeks
Growing Info: Pinching not required.
Fertilizing: Constant liquid feed at very low levels of 50-75 ppm N
Moisture Level: Grow plants evenly moist.
Watch for Pest and Disease: Leaf spots, rusts
Vernalization Requirements: Not required.
Supplemental Lighting: None required.
Growth Regulators: Generally, not needed.
Day Length: Grown primarily for foliage.
Other: None
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