This is a tall, perennial, sod-forming grass with broad blue-green blades and a large, golden-brown, plume-like seed head. In the fall, the seed head turns deep orange to purple. It is drought tolerant, growing in full sun to shade, and in dry to moist soil, including sandy, loam, and clay soils. Because of its height (3 to 8 feet) and its tendency to remain erect, it provides a nesting habitat and protective cover for many kinds of birds.
These Audubon locations near you offer native plant services
In some parts of the country you may not have a "local" Audubon that is able to provide help with native plants for birds, but we will still show you the closest Audubon that can help.
PO Box 181, Bryans Road, MD 20616
president.somdaudubon@gmail.com Visit siteFind local nurseries and garden centers near you. It's a good idea to call ahead to verify native plant availability and learn what services they offer.
201 Boundary Lane, St. Michaels, MD 21663
(410) 745-9620
30104 Dover Road, Easton, MD 21601
(410) 822-1320
3424 Gallagher Rd, Preston, MD 21655
(800) 873-3763
9640 Rosaryville Road, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
(202) 262-9773
Shop trusted online vendors for your home or wholesale project. Many offer shipping across regions, so check availability and delivery timelines before ordering.
7500 Marshy Point Road, Middle River, MD 21220
410-696-1372
3400 Lowman Lane, Union Bridge, MD 21791
(410) 775-7700
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Doing a little prep and research before you go to the nursery will save headaches and ensure you build the best habitat possible.
Bird-friendly landscaping provides food, saves water, and fights climate change.
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