Andropogon gerardii 'Blackhawks' (PP27949, EUPBRAF) from Neil Vanderkruk Holdings Inc.

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Andropogon gerardii 'Blackhawks'

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Andropogon gerardii 'Blackhawks' - Big Blue Stem - Photo courtesy of Walters Gardens, Inc.

More About Andropogon gerardii 'Blackhawks' (PP27949, EUPBRAF)

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

Interesting Notes:

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.

Zone:

Height:

125-150 cm

Spread:

50-60 cm

Colour:

Purple (deep)

Blackhawks Big Blue Stem 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.