Canada Bluejoint
Calamagrostis canadensis
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part sun
Water
high
Size
24"–60" H × 12"–24" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
AZ, CA, CO, CT and 36 more states
Pollinators
bees, beetles
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Canada bluejoint is a tall native grass that forms upright clumps with feathery flower plumes in summer. It thrives in moist conditions and can spread gradually through rhizomes. This robust grass works well in naturalized areas but needs consistent moisture to look its best.
In an HOA neighborhood
Canada Bluejoint takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: moderate. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Very tall height may violate landscaping ordinances
- Can look unkempt without regular maintenance
- May spread beyond intended boundaries
Wildlife value
The summer flowers attract bees and beetles, while the seeds provide food for birds. The dense clumps offer nesting habitat and shelter for small wildlife.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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