When the early European explorers marveled at the ocean of grasses that came up to their horses' flanks, they were talking about a landscape richly endowed with colonies of this magnificent grass. Big Bluestem grows to a height of 3 to 4 feet, and its roots may reach a depth of up to 12 feet. Grazing animals will almost always choose this grass in preference to others; and as a result of farming and careless range management practices, it has all but disappeared from most of its original habitat.
Tips on Planting Live Roots:
Plant roots as soon as you receive them. Then give a good deep watering for easy establishment. We dig and ship roots every Tuesday, with 1-2 days UPS delivery. Order by 11am on Monday, and get ready to plant & water your roots A.S.A.P. after receipt of order. Our goal is to ship roots on Tuesdays, but from time to time Mother Nature has her own plans. If your shipment of roots is time-critical, please call to make special arrangements.