Northwind Switch Grass
Botanical Name: Grass-Panicum v. 'Northwind'
Courtesy of Walters Gardens
About Northwind Switch Grass
An upright switchgrass with olive-green to blue-green foliage that turns golden yellow in fall. Seed heads add a light, airy effect. This weather resistant variety is also heat and drought tolerant. It makes a nice accent in beds.
Plant Details
Common Name:
Northwind Switch Grass
Leaf Color:
Green
Leaf Fall Color
Yellow
Bloom Time:
Jul-Oct
Sun Exposure:
Likes Sun to Part Sun
Growth Rate:
Fast
Mature Shape:
Upright
Mature Height:
4ft to 6ft
Mature Width:
2ft to 3ft
Attributes:
Tolerates Dry Soils
Deer – low browse
Attracts Birds