| Quick Facts | |
|---|---|
| Plant Family: | Ephedraceae (Joint Fir) |
| Plant Type: | Shrub |
| Garden: | Xeriscape |
| USDA Hardiness Zone: | 4 |
| Size (height x width): | 4' - 6' x 3' - 8' |
| Bloom Time: | May |
| Bloom Color: | Yellow |
| Light Needs: | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| Xeric (less water once established): | Yes |
| Plant Select: | Yes |
| More information for Bluestem joint fir | |
Description:
Give this Evergreen shrub lots of room to spread (see size). The bluish gray-green stems of this shrub are jointed, grow upright and retain year round attractiveness. The yellow pollen and seed cones produced in the spring are barely noticeable. If the shrub is female, the seed cones will mature to about 1/3″ diameter bright red fleshy cones that are consumed by birds.
Landscape Use:
Specimen, Mass planting, Background border, Rock garden, Xeriscape garden
Performs well when planted in well drained soils and tolerates alkaline and lime soil conditions. It is drought tolerant once it is established and will sucker spread if it receives too much water.
