Skip to content
Skip to main content
PatternBase

Texas Bluestem

Andropogon cirratus, Poaceae

Zones
6–10
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Mulch MakerBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Short MuhlyMuhlenbergia brevis
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat
Oat Grass DropseedSorghastrum avenaceum
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Elliott's BluestemAndropogon gyrans

Closely related Andropogon species compete intensively for similar resources and may produce inhibitory compounds

Uses

Functions

Prairie RestorationErosion ControlWildlife Forage

Common Questions

What zones does Texas Bluestem grow in?

Texas Bluestem grows in USDA hardiness zones 6 through 10.

What are good companion plants for Texas Bluestem?

Good companions for Texas Bluestem include Short Muhly, Oat Grass Dropseed.

Design guilds with Texas Bluestem and see companion relationships visually.

Try PatternBase free