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Northwind Switch Grass
Panicum virgatum 'Northwind'
Pronunciation: PAN-ih-kum vir-GA-tum
SKU #02296
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; reaches 4 to 6 ft. tall, 2 to 3 ft. wide.
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| Description | 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. |
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| Bloom Time | Summer into fall |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Compact Form, Benefits Birds |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Erosion Control |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Foliage Color | Gray-green |
| Companion Plants | Barberry (Berberis); Weigela (Weigela); Coneflower (Echinacea); Aster (Aster); Tickseed (Coreopsis) |
| Care Instructions | 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. |
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| Description | 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. |
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| Bloom Time | Summer into fall |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Compact Form, Benefits Birds |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Erosion Control |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
Style
| Flower Color | Yellow |
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| Foliage Color | Gray-green |
| Companion Plants | Barberry (Berberis); Weigela (Weigela); Coneflower (Echinacea); Aster (Aster); Tickseed (Coreopsis) |
Care
| Care Instructions | 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. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Northwind Switch Grass produce flowers?
Summer into fall
Is Northwind Switch Grass evergreen or deciduous?
Northwind Switch Grass is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Northwind Switch Grass?
Northwind Switch Grass is Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Compact Form, Benefits Birds.
Is Northwind Switch Grass resistant to pests or animals?
Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Erosion Control
How fast does Northwind Switch Grass grow?
Northwind Switch Grass has a Moderate growth rate.
What color are Northwind Switch Grass flowers?
Northwind Switch Grass produces Yellow flowers.
What color is the foliage of Northwind Switch Grass?
Northwind Switch Grass has Gray-green foliage.
What plants grow well with Northwind Switch Grass?
Good companion plants for Northwind Switch Grass include: Barberry (Berberis); Weigela (Weigela); Coneflower (Echinacea); Aster (Aster); Tickseed (Coreopsis).
How do I care for Northwind Switch Grass?
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.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.