Overview

Andropogon longiberbis is a clump-forming grass like in the genus Andropogon, part of the Poaceae family, with linear leaves foliage. Andropogon longiberbis grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include ornamental grass.

About

Andropogon longiberbis is a clump-forming cultivar of the Andropogon genus, which comprises annual or perennial grasses with narrow, linear leaves and small flowers in racemes often featuring prominent awns. This cultivar thrives in full sun on well-drained, neutral loam soil, ideally in a sheltered, south-facing position. It is hardy to UK zone H4 and is valued as an ornamental grass, offering interest from spring through to autumn. Propagation can be achieved by division or seed.

About the genus

Andropogon is a widespread genus of plants in the grass family, native to much of Asia, Africa, and the Americas, as well as Southern Europe and various oceanic islands.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Andropogon

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Loam

Soil pH

Neutral

Soil moisture

Well-drained

Aspect

South-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H4

Plant details

Andropogon longiberbis size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Grass Like

Habit

Clump-forming

Foliage

Linear leaves

Suggested uses

Ornamental grass

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Andropogon longiberbis

Propagation

Division, seed

Pest resistance

Good

Disease resistance

Good

Frequently asked questions