Description
Add dramatic color and vertical interest to your Massachusetts landscape with Blackhawks Bluestem, a striking native prairie grass known for its evolving foliage and elegant form. This perennial grass begins the season with green blades that develop rich purple tones by mid-summer, deepening to near-black hues in the fall. Its upright habit and plum-colored seed heads create a bold statement in borders, screens, or mass plantings. Blackhawks Bluestem thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, offering a reliable, low-maintenance option for modern garden designs.
As autumn sets in, the foliage transforms into shades of burgundy, deep purple, and black, complemented by vivid red stems and wispy, ornamental plumes. Its fine texture and bold coloration make Blackhawks Bluestem an excellent accent or backdrop in native and pollinator-friendly gardens across Massachusetts. Cut it back in late winter to prepare for new growth, and enjoy year-round beauty with little upkeep. This tough, adaptable grass is also deer-resistant and drought-tolerant once established.
Each plant comes in a #3 (3 gallon) growers container. The image shown represents an example of what you may receive. Please note that the height, shape, and fullness of each plant may vary due to natural growth patterns. Rest assured, we will select the healthiest and most vibrant plant for you.
Plant Specs:
Botanical Name: Andropogon gerardii 'Blackhawks'
Light: full sun
Watering: drought-tolerant, low-watering plant
Soil: no particular soil
Zone: 2 – 7
Plant Shape: upright spreading
Plant Type: herbaceous perennial grass
Mature Size: height (5'), width (24″)
Blooming Season: n/a
Growth Rate: medium
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