Native Plant Species Finder Tool

Part of EcoRestore Utah

Sand bluestem
Photo Credit to: Max Licher

Sand Bluestem
Andropogon Hallii

Plant type: Grass
Growing Season: Warm
Life Cycle: Perennial
Cover: Moderate

Soil & Plant Characteristics

Acceptable Soil Types: Loam, Sand
Acceptable Soil Conditions: Acidic, Alkaline
Max Plant Height (in ft): 6
First Bloom: July
Last Bloom: August
Flower Color: No information found

Location

Minimum Elevation (in ft): 4600
Maximum Elevation (in ft): 5800
Counties: NA

Reproduction and Growth

Growth Rate: Moderate
Germination Overall: Moderate
Germination Rate: Moderate
Germination Requirements: No information found
Reproduction: Low
Establishment: No information found

Ecological

Best Suited For These Conditions: Fire, Disturbance
Best Suited For These Management Goals: Energy reclamation, Wildlife habitat, Big Game habitat, Songbird habitat, Upland Game habitat, Livestock tolerant, Erosion control, Drought resilience