Landscape Notes: Blackhawks Big Bluestem Ornamental Grass, Andropogon gerardii, is a wonderful addition to a landscape. This grass emerges a little sooner than other ornamental grasses and evolves from a dark green color into dark purple. Use as a screen, accent, or nesting area for birds and mammals.
Exposure/Culture: Blackhawks Big Bluestem Ornamental Grass, Andropogon gerardii, thrives in full sun landscape areas. It prefers a rich, well drained soil. This grass is very adaptable to a wide range of soil types.
Other Notes: Blackhawks Big Bluestem Ornamental Grass, Andropogon gerardii, displays a seed head that can be used for drying and displaying. This plant is virtually pest free and adds beauty for months.
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Genus |
Andropogon |
Species |
gerardii |
Container Size |
3 Gallon |
Foliage Color |
Green to Dark Purple |
Mature Height |
4 to 5 Feet |
Mature Spread |
1 to 2 Feet |
Soil |
Well Drained |
Zones |
3-9 |
Mature Form |
Clumping |
Growth Rate |
Medium |
Sun Exposure |
Full Sun |
Flower Color |
N/A |
Fall Color |
Dark Purple |
Bloom Period |
Late Summer |