andropogon gerardii 'blackhawks' (blackhawks big blue stem)
$23.95
- 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
- warm season 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 3
- height 125-150cm
- spread 50-60cm
- colour deep purple
- grows best in an average to dry, well-drained soil, in full sun
- thrives in summer heat and humidity
- this plant should be cut back in the spring to make way for new growth
- full sun
- attracts birds
- drought tolerant, once established
- long blooming
- low maintenance