Perennial Ornamental Grass - Andropogon Black Hawk

Perennial Ornamental Grass – Andropogon Black Hawk

A dramatic ornamental grass featuring upright blue-green blades that mature to deep burgundy and near-black tones in late summer and fall. Andropogon ‘Black Hawk’ forms a tall, architectural clump that adds movement, texture, and seasonal color to borders, prairie-style plantings, and landscape accents. Its airy seed heads and strong vertical habit provide striking visual interest well into winter.

Key Features

• Blue-green foliage turning deep burgundy to near-black in fall
• Tall upright growth with strong architectural presence
• Airy seed heads add texture and winter interest
• Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance once established

Plant Care Instructions

• Light: Prefers full sun for best color and upright growth.
• Water: Water regularly during establishment; drought tolerant once mature.
• Soil: Thrives in well-draining soil; tolerates poor or sandy soils.
• Humidity: Tolerates average outdoor humidity levels.
• Temperature: Performs best between 10–30°C and tolerates heat and cold.
• Fertilizer: Minimal feeding required; apply light fertilizer in spring if desired.
• Maintenance: Leave foliage for winter interest; cut back in early spring before new growth.
• Repotting: Divide every 3–4 years in spring to maintain vigor and shape.

Note: Plant pot may vary in design from the product image. Most plants come with a one-time-use plastic grower pot.