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Andropogon gerardii ‘Blackhawks’ is a robust cultivar of Big Bluestem, a warm-season native grass valued for its tall, upright form and dramatic blue-green leaves that turn rich red and orange in fall. Growing 5 to 7 feet tall, it provides excellent vertical texture and movement in prairie-style gardens, meadows, or large-scale naturalized areas. Blackhawks thrives in full sun and adapts well to a variety of soils, including dry and poor soils, making it a resilient and low-maintenance choice for sustainable landscapes.
This section shows how the plant will fit into your yard and into your life.
Blue-green foliage turning vibrant red and orange in fall
Naturalistic landscapes, prairie gardens, erosion control, large-scale massings
Low
Non-toxic
Low — minimal leaf drop
Low — cut back to ground in late winter or early spring
This section covers practical care information for homeowners.
Low to moderate — drought tolerant once established
Adaptable; tolerates dry, poor, and sandy soils
High
Moderate — occasionally browsed
High — generally pest- and disease-free