POV you are a seed

Hidden singer (Coyote and Big Bluestem); Dec 2022, ink. ID in alt.

In the North American prairies, we talk about the "big four" characteristic grass species, which historically were among the most common prairie plant species and are noted for their affects on the rest of the habitat. They define the habitat, in the same way oak forest is defined by oaks. Everything else that lives there is shaped by them. This art represents Andropogon gerardii, whose common English names include Big Bluestem and Turkeyfoot.

Scientific Name: Schizachyrium scoparium Common Name(s): Little bluestem Family: Poaceae (grass) Life Cycle: Perennial Leaf Retention: Deciduous Habit: Graminoid USDA L48 Native Status: Native Location: Lucas, Texas Season(s): Winter

Post-fruiting, based on season, but I’m not good at recognizing grass phenology.

Sangre de Cristo Mountains 2020 (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) by re_vised

So the heat/humidity bubble we had this week was a nightmare

On the plus side, the grasses seem to be loving it. Several started started budding during the heat and the big bluestem is even flowering

Majestic af:

My pet peeve is when people create prairie gardens to replace lawns and talk about how much better and more biodiverse and great for wildlife they are, but include no grasses at all and even demonize grass plants as a whole, when native grasses would be in that habitat naturally, and native grasses are a source of food for various insects (including caterpillars!!), mammals and birds >:(

Little Bluestem Meadow - November 12th 2022

Solidago caesia / Wreath Goldenrod at the Sarah P. Duke Gardens at Duke University in Durham, NC

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While I'm here I'm gonna make you look at Junco

Oct 2023, pen & inks. Grass is not all the same.

Many people don't know that grasslands have fall colors. This is partly because over 75% of the prairie habitat on the North American continent has been destroyed by agriculture, systematic destruction, and more recently by urban sprawl. We have less than 1% of historic tallgrass prairie remaining. Please learn about these beautiful and rare spaces to help them, and if you get the chance, go see a prairie in national grassland or in a state or national park.

Aside from the sparkly ink, this illustration has a narrower color range than the Red Hills mixedgrass prairie it represents.

Species: Little bluestem (S. scoparium), big bluestem (A. gerardii), maidenhair (Sporobolus sp.), sideoats grama (B. curtipendula), blooming prairie blazing star (Liatris sp.), and the late season remnants of basketflower (Centaurea americana) and dwarf four-nerve daisy (Tetraneuris linearifolius).

Big Bluestem Seeds American Native Prairie Grass Andropogon gerardii Seeds Organic, Non-GMO B50 Count: 50 seeds This is probably the most popular native grass of the tallgrass prairie. It is a warm-season grass, so it does not really get going until the summer heat sets in. It grows very tall in fertile soil, and the stems turn a lovely rusty color in the late fall and into winter. Sometimes known as the "king of the grasses," this species towers over all the other natives of the tallgrass prairie region. In the past, it grew thickly over many miles of prairie and provided an important food source for bison. Its extensive root system makes it a valuable plant for erosion control, as well as being one of the most commonly chosen species for prairie restoration and native landscaping. The genus name "Andropogon" comes from the Greek words for "man's beard," referring to the stiff hairs that develop on the ornamental seed head. Also known as Turkeyfoot, Big Bluestem is a warm-season bunchgrass that grows to seven feet tall. The seedhead divides into narrow branches that resembles a turkey’s foot. This long-lived perennial is a major component of the tallgrass prairie of central North America. It is excellent for erosion control and provides cover and nest sites for wildlife. Does not tolerate excessive grazing. Turns a lovely reddish brown in autumn. MORE INFO: Sowing: Direct sow either in late fall or early spring. Plant the seed just below the surface of the soil, compacting the soil very firmly. Keep the soil lightly moist until germination. Growing: Water seedlings regularly until they become established. Because of their extensive root system, the plants grow rather slowly. This plant grows best in average, well drained soil, though it adapts to nearly any soil type including sand and clay. Though it flourishes in rich soil, it tends to be more upright in poor soil. It tolerates drought well, though watering in extremely dry weather will produce the best growth. This plant self-sows, and resists deer and attracts small birds. It makes an excellent choice for controlling erosion, as well as being ornamental throughout the autumn and winter. Seed Saving: Collect the seed as soon as the seed heads turn color and begin to dry; the seed should strip easily from the stem. Spread the seed out in a protected location until it has dried completely. Store the seed in a cool, dry place. http://springsofeden.myshopify.com/products/big-bluestem-seeds-american-native-prairie-grass-andropogon-gerardii-seeds-organic-non-gmo-b50

So the heat/humidity bubble we had this week was a nightmare

On the plus side, the grasses seem to be loving it. Several started started budding during the heat and the big bluestem is even flowering

Majestic af:

The bluestems are blowing via substack