Emerald Coast Growers Introduces New Andropogons

Pensacola, Fla. – Emerald Coast Growers is introducing two new Andropogons that feed growing market demand for high-interest native grasses.

“These big bluestem grasses offer big potential for expanding sales and ramping up any ornamental grass program,” says Cheri Markowitz, Sales Manager.

Andropogon Rain DancePPAF is available exclusively from Emerald Coast Growers. It features red-tipped foliage, deeper green than the species, that turns totally maroon in fall. Adding to the interest: red flowers on red stems. A sun lover, Rain Dance grows to 6 feet tall and is hardy in Zones 3 to 9.

Plus hit all the targets with Andropogon Red OctoberPPAF. Its deep green foliage darkens to purple in late summer, then vivid scarlet in autumn for spectacular late-season color. Red October loves sun and reaches heights of 5 to 6 feet. It’s hardy in Zones 3 to 8.

For more information or to order any of Emerald Coast Growers’ products, call 877-804-7277 or visit www.ecgrowers.com.

Emerald Coast Growers is proud to celebrate more than 20 years of success in the horticulture business. Known for their wide variety of perennial starter plants and specialty plants, Emerald Coast Growers still maintains the distinction of being one of the industry's largest suppliers of ornamental grass liners to North American growers and retailers. With more than 400,000 sq. ft. of greenhouse space, 55 acres of farmland and growing locations in both the northeast and southeast, Emerald Coast Growers consistently supplies top quality starter plants to growers throughout North America. ECG starters are available by common carrier, grower truck, or customer pickup in Florida or Pennsylvania. For more information, visit www.ecgrowers.com.

Source: Emerald Coast Growers