Andropogon Virginicus " Broomsedge"

Andropogon Virginicus " Broomsedge" host plant

Butterfly host plant for Dusted Spotted Skipper ( Atrytonopsis Hianna), Meske's Skipper ( Hesperia Meskei), Swarthy Skipper ( Nastra Iherminier), Twin-Spot Skipper ( Oligoria Maculata)

Pot Size: 3 Gallon

Height: 12" to 18"

Facts about Andropogon Virginicus host plant:

Andropogon Virginicus also known as Beard Grass, Bluestem Grass or Broomsedge is an important host plant for several species of skipper butterflies. Easy to grow plant that can grow almost anywhere. It's an excellent ornamental grass. The foliage turns a red orangish in fall season.

How to grow and Care for Broomsedge

* Family: Poaceae

* Zones: 4 to 9

* Height: 2 to 3 feet

* Bloom Time: September

* Sun: Full sun 

* Water: Moist to dry