Blackhawks Big Bluestem Ornamental Grass

Striking deep purple to black foliage in fall

Botanical Name:

Andropogon gerardii 'Blackhawks' PP27,949

Habit: Upright

Height: 4-5'

Spread: 18-24"

Hardiness Zone: 4-8

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Type
Ornamental Grasses & Sedges

Foliage
Black, Green, Purple

Light
Sun

Light
Mix of Sun & Shade

Description

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.

Introduced by Intrinsic Perennial Gardens, Inc. Images courtesy of Walters Gardens. Certified in 2019.

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Plant Characteristics

Performance

Great Garden Performance
Reliable Consumer Success
Easy to Grow
Low Maintenance
Multi-Season Interest
Improvement Over Existing Selections
Long Blooming

Special Features

Cool & Unique
Disease Resistant
Pest / Insect Resistant
Heat Tolerant
Cold Tolerant
Salt Tolerant
Fragrant Blooms
Cut / Dried Flowers
Cut Foliage/Stems

Functionality

Small, Urban Yards
Kid & Pet Friendly
Great in Containers
Edible Garden
Privacy Screening
Erosion Control
Wet Areas
Climbing

Wildlife & Environment

Attracts Pollinators
Attracts Butterflies / Hummingbirds
Deer Resistant
Non-Invasive
Low Water Usage / Drought Tolerant
Native / Nativar

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