Broomsedge
Andropogon glomeratus
Broomsedge is a native warm-season grass that requires minimal care once established. It tolerates poor soils and becomes quite drought resistant after the first year. This attractive ornamental grass provides excellent fall color and wildlife habitat with very little maintenance required.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 30″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
24″
Watering Schedule
Every 10-14 Days • Water Deeply But Infrequently, Drought Tolerant Once Established
Soil pH
5 – 6.3
Temperature
-30° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 18″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Fine
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Feb 18, 2015 by Nelson Zamora Villalobos (cc-by-nc)
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