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Turfgrass Information

Bluejoint Grass, Calamagrostis Canadensis

Big Bluestem

Full sun/part sun, cool-season.

This grass prefers moist soil, but can tolerate a variety of conditions, including drought, once it is established. It had a solid first season in the trial, but did not set flowers yet. It will be interesting to monitor.

In its second season this grass spread significantly. It was early to bloom (late May) and stayed green all summer.


Advertised HeightAdvertised Zone

36-60”

3

YearHeight/Width
Year 116”/12”
Year 230”/18”
DatePictures
September 2007Big Bluestem
February 2008Big Bluestem
September 2008Big Bluestem
September 2009Big Bluestem
November 2009Big Bluestem