Big Bluestem
Andropogon gerardii ‘Blackhawks’
Though big bluestem, the king of the prairie grasses, may reign in our midwestern tallgrass prairies, it is sometimes unappreciated as an ornamental grass. Enter ‘Blackhawks’. This prestigious yet easy to grow selection has a shorter and more upright stature and unbelievable fall color, ranging from burgundy red to intensely dark, maroon.
Conditions: Full sun; average to dry soil
Size: 4′ – 5′ tall
Zone: 3 – 9
Wildlife Value: Provides shelter for nesting birds and insects; seeds are a food source for songbirds and mammals
