You can also plant your very own bluestem by going to the videos tab in our website underneath Our Project. Click on the bluestem tutorial video and follow the directions carefully. Within 2-3 weeks your bluestems shall germinate. Voila!
Bluestem, scientifically known as Andropogen gerardii, is a warm season grass. It is good for very dry climates and is not well adapted to more humid climates. In addition to being a plant that performs phytoremediation, it is also used to help stop erosion. Bluestem is planted indoors about six weeks before the last frost in spring.