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Red October Bushy Bluestem Grass
Andropogon gerardii 'Red October' PP26283
Bushy Bluestem Grass
In stock · from $14.99
Deep green with red highlights in spring remaining green through much of the summer. As temperatures cool, foliage becomes purplish-red and finally a vivid scarlet red after first frost. Burgundy red flowers bloom in August. Trim to about 6" in late winter before new growth appears. Low maintenance and drought tolerant.
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Plant facts
Sizes and prices
Retail prices; trade pricing for wholesale accounts. Availability updates hourly; stock last changed 2026-10-25.
Good to know
- Waterwise — suited to low-water landscapes once established.
- Does well at higher elevations.
- Good fall color.
Quick answers
How big does Red October Bushy Bluestem Grass get?
About 4' tall and 3' wide at maturity.
How much sun does Red October Bushy Bluestem Grass need?
Full Sun (6+ hours).
How much water does Red October Bushy Bluestem Grass need?
Low water use — it is one of our waterwise plants.
Will Red October Bushy Bluestem Grass grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 3, so it suits sites in zone 3 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Where can I buy Red October Bushy Bluestem Grass in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah has it in stock, from $14.99. Homeowners can order online for pickup at the farm or local delivery; landscape contractors can have it shipped across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada.
Can landscape contractors buy Red October Bushy Bluestem Grass wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.
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