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Andropogon gerardii 'Blackhawks'
Big Bluestem
Summary
- » Dark green foliage turns dark purple or near black in fall.
- » Erosion control
- » Excellent as a screen or statement in a border
- » Great impact massed in a naturalized setting
A native grass selected for its stature and beautiful seasonal foliage display, this big bluestem is sure to make a powerful statement in fall as a stunning backdrop in a border or massed in a prairie garden.
Additional Details
- Height
- 4 - 5 feet
- Spread
- 1 - 2 feet
- Zone
- 4 - 9
- Categories
- Perennial
- Tags
- Border or Bed; Cut Flower/Foliage; Dried Flower/Foliage; Drought Tolerant; Mass Planting; Deer Resistant