Broomsedge

Andropogon virginicus

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Type

Trees, Shrubs, & Vines

Forbs & Flowers

Grasses, Sedges, & Rushes

Conditions

Sun

Shade

Wet

Dry

Land Use

Obligate Wetland Plant almost always occurs in wetlands.

Facultative Wetland Usually occurs in wetlands but may occur in non-wetlands.

Facultative Plant occurs both in wetlands and in non-wetlands.

Facultative Upland Usually occurs in wetlands but may occur in non-wetlands.

Obligate Upland Plant almost always occurs in non-wetlands.

Very heat and drought tolerant. Adaptable to many soil types - good on dry, rocky soil as well as in bottomlands. The dried out foliage is a golden brown color andremains erect throughout the winter. Cut back in early spring. Most growth occurs in summer and early fall. Fast spreading and good for disturbed sites and erosion control. Food source for several species of caterpillars and insects. Attracts birds. Provides nesting habitat for various birds and other wildlife.

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Details

Plant Type

Grasses, Sedges, and Rushes

Conditions

Sun

Dry

Native to Kentucky?

Native to Kentucky

Land Use

Facultative Upland Usually occurs in non-wetlands but may occur in wetlands.

Project Uses

Bioswale / Rain Garden / Green Dry Basin

Upland Restoration

Urban / Tree Box

Tendency to Spread

High

Height (ft)

2-3

Flower Color

Yellow

Fall Showy?

Yes

Flowering Time

Aug-Sept

Root Depth (ft)

1.2

Salinity Tolerance

Low Tolerance