www.rightplantz.com - RightPlantz.com
Posted 01/02/2023 in Ornamental Grass

Panicum virgatum 'Northwind'

A hardy upright ornamental grass, Panicum virgatum 'Northwind' features olive-green to bluish-green foliage that turns yellow-beige inn the fall. It provides great winter interest. Good drought resistance.

Post Details

Latin Name
Panicum virgatum 'Northwind'
Common Name
Switch Grass
Planting Zone
Zone 5 Zone 6 Zone 7 Zone 8 Zone 9
Bloom Season
Winter
Height
4-6 ft
Spread
2-2.5 ft
Potential Pests
Rust, rot, Japanese beetles, thrips, and spider mites

Plant Story

A hardy upright ornamental grass, Panicum virgatum 'Northwind' features olive-green to bluish-green foliage that turns yellow-beige inn the fall. It provides great winter interest. Good drought resistance.

Special Care Instructions

Cut back in late winter. Self-seeds. Tolerates a wide range of soil. Best in full sun.

Related Posts


Schizachyrium scoparium
Schizachyrium scoparium
Bouteloua gracilis
Bouteloua gracilis
Muhlenbergia capillaris 'White Cloud'
Muhlenbergia capillaris 'White Cloud'
Molinia arundinacea 'Skyracer'
Molinia arundinacea 'Skyracer'
Eragrostis spectabilis
Eragrostis spectabilis