Holy Smoke Grass
Andropogon 'Holy Smoke'
Bold, upright, and beautifully dynamic, Holy Smoke Grass is a striking ornamental grass that brings year-round interest to modern and naturalistic landscapes. This unique cultivar of Andropogon (commonly known as Big Bluestem) features vertical clumps of fine, blue-green foliage that transition through smoky purple, silvery-blue, and deep burgundy tones as the seasons change.
In late summer to early fall, airy seed heads emerge above the foliage, adding texture and movement in the breeze. The foliage continues to add structure and color well into winter, making it an ideal plant for multi-season appeal.
Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, Holy Smoke thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it perfect for prairie-style plantings, borders, and massed displays. It’s also deer-resistant and excellent for attracting birds and beneficial insects.
Add architectural flair and a changing palette of color to your garden with Holy Smoke Grass—a versatile and visually stunning native-inspired ornamental grass.
Holy Smoke Grass (1 Gallon Pot)
Plant Details & Features:
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Plant Type: Hardy ornamental grass
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Foliage Color: Blue-green maturing to smoky purple and burgundy
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Flower Color: Silvery seed heads
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Bloom Time: Late summer to fall
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Height & Spread: 4–5 feet tall, 2–3 feet wide
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Light Requirements: Full sun
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Soil Needs: Well-drained soil; tolerates poor or dry soils
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Water Needs: Low; drought-tolerant once established
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Maintenance: Very low; cut back in late winter or early spring
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Wildlife Friendly: Attracts birds; deer-resistant
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Special Features: Multi-season color, upright habit, drought-tolerant, native cultivar, excellent for naturalistic and modern landscapes
