Andropogon gerardii 'Blackhawks'

Dense, slightly arching clump of deep green leaves
Foliage turns to purple in the summer, and almost black in autumn
Seed heads start to appear in late summer and persist through fall
Bloom Time: Early autumn into winter
Upright specimen or border plant good for cut/dried flowers
Grass Type: Warm Season

ZONE:
3

COLOUR:
Purple (deep)

HEIGHT:
125-150 cm

SPREAD:
50-60 cm

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1g

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Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Grows best in an average to dry, well-drained soil, in full sun, tolerating drought, once established. Thrives in summer heat and humidity. This plant should be cut back in the spring to make way for new growth.

Additional Notes about Blackhawks Big Blue Stem:

Warm Season Grasses: These grasses are much slower starting in the spring. They do not push new growth until temperatures warm in early to midsummer. They flower later in the summer or fall with most blooms remaining into the winter. Most warm season grasses tolerate heat, humidity and drought; some even thrive in these conditions.