A signature species of the tallgrass prairie, often called the “King of the Prairie” because of its height and dominance.
Produces distinctive three-parted seed heads resembling a turkey’s foot.
Foliage emerges bluish-green in spring, turns purplish-bronze in summer, and develops rich orange to reddish hues in fall.
Forms dense clumps with extensive root systems that can reach 10–12 feet deep, making it extremely resilient.
Adds dramatic vertical structure to prairie-style gardens and landscapes.
A signature species of the tallgrass prairie, often called the “King of the Prairie” because of its height and dominance.
Produces distinctive three-parted seed heads resembling a turkey’s foot.
Foliage emerges bluish-green in spring, turns purplish-bronze in summer, and develops rich orange to reddish hues in fall.
Forms dense clumps with extensive root systems that can reach 10–12 feet deep, making it extremely resilient.
Adds dramatic vertical structure to prairie-style gardens and landscapes.
Bloom: late summer to early fall
Habitats: black soil prairies; clay prairies; dolomite prairies; fallow fields; grassy fens; gravel prairies; hill prairies; limestone and sandstone glades; roadsides; sand prairies; sandy savannas; savannas
Lifespan: perennial
Moisture: moist to slightly dry
Plant type (height): grass (3 to 8 feet)
Requirements: full sun
Soil: clay-loam; fertile loam
