Panicum Virgatum 'Northwind' Grass

 COMMON NAME: Northwind Switch Grass

A compact, clumping grass with excellent vertical form. Olive to blue-green foliage turns golden yellow in autumn. Airy flower panicles produce showy seed heads and lend winter interest. Sturdy stems stay upright, even under snow load, giving protection to wintering songbirds. Good for erosion control.

CHARACTERISTICS

• Garden Height: 4 - 6 feet
• Garden Width (Spread): 2 -3 feet
• Spacing: 2 feet
• Foliage: Green
• Bloom Time: Summer into Fall
• Light Requirements: Full Sun, Partial Shade 
• Soil Preferences: Rich, moist soil
• Zones: 4 - 9

Maintenance Notes: 

Easy to grow and adaptable to most soil types; prefers semi-moist to wet soils. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Tolerates mild drought, once established. Cut old foliage back and apply a general purpose fertilizer just before new shoots appear in late winter to early spring.