Andropogon t. ''Black Mountain''
Black Mountain Bluestem
- Tough and easy to grow
- Refined habit
- Blue stems in spring and summer
- Rusty red fall color
- Category: Ornamental Grass, Perennial
- Hardiness Zone: 6-9
- Height: 18-24 in
- Spread: 24-36 in
- Bloom Color: White Shades
- Foliage Color: Blue Shades, Red Shades
Purchase options for Black Mountain Bluestem
- Size: #1 -
- Status: Sheared and/or Dormant
- Availability: In Stock
$24.00
'Black Mountain' was a selection from Black Mountain, NC. Where it was noticed to have a more refined habit and grew more compact than the species. Stems start as a bluish-green and transition to a rusty red color with silvery-white inflorescences. Native to North America Black Mountain has nice fall color and is drought tolerant. Great selection for meadow or prairie plantings!
Growing Tips for Andropogon t. ''Black Mountain''
Thrives in full sun and poor, rocky dry soils. Prune to 2" of the ground in late winter before spring growth starts.