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Andropogon gerardii 'Blackhawks'

Blackhawks Big Bluestem

  • »  Colorful foliage all season
  • »  Salt tolerant
  • »  Great fall color

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This striking native selection exhibits outstanding landscape color throughout the year with bright green foliage sporting red accents in the summer. As weather cools, stems and blades turn deep purple to black to stunning landscape effect.

Foliage Color
Green
Multi-Color
Purple
Red
Maintenance and Care
Low Maintenance
Mass Planting
Exposure
Full Sun
Partial Sun
Habit
Upright
Soil Moisture
Dry Soil
Average Water
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Andropogon gerardii 'Blackhawks'

Andropogon gerardii is very tolerant of diverse conditions, but is most often found in full sun, dry and sandy to clay soils. It grows quickly in moist, fertile soils, but is more likely to bend and fall over. Clumps can be divided in early summer, but bring a sturdy shovel!