Broomsedge (Andropogon virginicus)
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Broomsedge is a 2-4’ native perennial warm season clump grass. A tough, drought tolerant ornamental grass tolerating dry to wet soils and growing in full sun and part shade. It is used to control erosion and is commonly included in wildlife habitat and conservation seed mixes.
Species Details
| Common Name (Botanical Name) | Broomsedge (Andropogon virginicus) |
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| Bloom Season | Warm Season |
| Group | Grasses and Grass-Like |
| Bloom Color | Green |
| Duration | Perennial |
| Soil moisture | Dry (Xeric);Medium (Mesic) |
| Soil texture | Coarse (Sand) |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun;Part Shade |
| Status | Native |
| Wetland status | FAC;FACU |
| pH | Acidic;Neutral |
| pH Values | 4.9/7.0 |
| Average height | 3-4ft |
| USDA Zones | 3a;3b;4a;4b;5a;5b;6a;6b;7a;7b;8a;8b;9a;9b; |
| RNS Region | 1;2;3 |
| Planting rate/Acre | Not Recommended |
| Seeds Per Lb. | 800000 |
| Seeds Per Oz | 50000 |
| Seeds Per Packet | 1875 |
| Product Benefits | Deer Resistant;Wildlife Cover;Wildlife Nesting; |