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Panicum

(Gramineae - grass family)
Panic grass. About 600 species of annual or perennial grasses, distributed worldwide. A few species are cultivated for grain, forage, or as ornamentals. Can't ship to CA.
virgatum peren • ht 4-7' • zones 4-10

switch-grass

Panicum virgatum - Nov 17
native, ornamental grass, moist - wet, wildlife, sun
e and cent N Amer, Mex, Cent Amer

Forms a dense clump with the stems arching outward. In late summer and fall the large, open, airy, flower clusters give the plant a graceful appearance. Tolerant of wet soil. Maintains its posture best if growing conditions are not too lush.

'Cloud Nine'

NEW '01 A relatively tall form, growing to 8'. Distinguished by its blue-green foliage and strongly upright growth habit. Develops an appealing dark golden foliage color late in the season.

cat # 8Q2L $8.95 each / 3+, $8.50 ea

'Strictum'

NEW '01 An early blooming form with blue-green foliage and a strongly upright growth habit.

cat # 8Q2T $8.95 each / 3+, $8.50 ea

(wild form)

Wild switch-grass selections. Characteristics are typical of the species, but plants are less strongly upright than the named cultivars. Will maintain posture best if growing conditions are are not too lush.

cat # 8Q2P $8.95 each / 3+, $8.50 ea