Andropogon gerardii 'Blackhawks'

Andropogon gerardii 'Blackhawks'

  • Andropogon gerardii 'Blackhawks'

    Big Bluestem

    Blackhawks Bluestem

    Code: 9406

  • Description

  • This ornamental form of the native Big Bluestem has deep green foliage in the summer that turns to smokey hues as they mature, eventually turning near-black! Reddish brown turkey foot shaped flower heads emerge in late summer to add to the drama.

  • Attributes
  • Size Size Range: 4-5' tall x 1-2' wide
    Flower Color Flower Color: Red shades
    Bloom Time
    JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
    WinterSpringSummerFall
  • Cultural Information
  • zone map Hardiness Zone:4,5,6,7,8,9
    Cold Hardy to -30° to -20°F
  • Growth Rate
    Moderate
    Maintenance
    Low
    Water Requirement
    Drought Tolerant,Low
    Soil Condition
    Average,Well-drained,Tolerates Dry,Not particular
    Exposure
    Sun Sun
  • Landscape Uses
  •  Erosion Control
     Privacy Screen
  • Garden Style
  •  Cottage Garden
     Meadow & Prairie
     Xeriscaping
  • Features and Benefits
  • Attracts Beneficial Insects Attracts Beneficial Insects
    Attracts Birds Attracts Birds
    Colorful Foliage Colorful Foliage
    Drought Tolerant Drought Tolerant
    Fabulous Foliage Fabulous Foliage
    Fall/Winter Color Fall/Winter Color
    May Naturalize May Naturalize
    Tolerates moist soil Tolerates moist soil
    Winter Bird Feeders Winter Bird Feeders

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