Andropogon gerardi 'Blackhawks' (big bluestem), entire plant.
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Andropogon gerardii 'Blackhawks'

  • Clumps of graceful smoky-purple-tinged foliage, darkening to near-black in fall.
  • Attractive flowers in late summer.
  • Reliable and unusual.

Average to poor, well-drained soil; drought-tolerant. Sun.

Height: 150cm, Spread: 60cm

Zone 3
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