Andropogon ternarius '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
'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 & Maintenance Tips for Andropogon ternarius 'Black Mountain'
Thrives in full sun and poor, rocky dry soils. Prune to 2" of the ground in late winter before spring growth starts.