Flowers: Yes, late summer Flower type: Plume above
plant
Native to area: No
Sunshine:
Water:
Pictured:
Blue Indian Grass
Sorghastrum nutans
Photo:
Missouri Botanical Gardens
Ornamental
Grasses Cultivation: Plant Blue Indian Grass in partial shade in well drained soil. "Blue
Indian Grass" is tolerant of most soil types.
Blue Indian Grasses powder
blue foliage will turn golden yellow in the fall. The plant does
not like to have wet feet over the winter which isn't much of a problem
around here these days.
Propagation:
Seed can be germinated in a cold frame in the early spring.
For quicker growth, purchase pre-started plants at your local
Garden Center. Once established, plants can be dug and divided.
