| 1–5 | — | $19.00 ea |
|---|---|---|
| 6-11 | 10% off | $17.10 ea |
| 12-23 | 20% off | $15.20 ea |
| 24+ | 25% off | $14.25 ea |
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Andropogon gerardii 'Blackhawks'
Choose Blackhawks Bluestem if you want a native grass with strong vertical presence and dark late-season color. The tradeoff: it needs sun and room to look intentional, not like a random roadside grass.
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | A- | It gives strong upright structure and dark seasonal color without looking overly ornamental. |
| Growth Rate | B | It builds steadily once established but is not the fastest grass in the first season. |
| Maintenance | B+ | Plan on one hard cutback before spring growth and avoid overfeeding. |
| Deer Resistance | A- | Deer rarely bother ornamental grasses; the bladed foliage is not a favorite, though hungry deer may nip tender new growth. |
| Small Space Fit | C | It is better in open beds than squeezed beside walks, steps, or small patios. |
| Screening Value | B+ | It can soften views and add seasonal cover, but it is not a year-round evergreen screen. |
At PGNE, we'd typically recommend Blackhawks Bluestem for sunny, naturalistic beds where the homeowner wants structure without planting another shrub row.
| Mature Height | 5 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 2 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 3a-9b |
| Spacing | 1.5 ft |
| Sun | Full Sun |
| Moisture | Dry to average |
| Growth Habit | Upright, clumping |
No, the darker color develops later, with the strongest effect toward fall.
Yes, cut it down before new spring growth starts.
Usually no; choose a smaller grass unless the walkway bed is wide.
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They're very "leggy" right now but that's not unexpected in the fall. Otherwise, they look healthy, and we're looking forward to seeing them next year.
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