Grass - Panicum virgatum 'Northwind'

Common Name: Northwind Switch Grass

Bloomtime: Late summer

Bloomcolor: Yellow to tan, often with a purple hue

Exposure: Full sun to part shade

Height: 1.2-1.8 m (4-6')

Spread: 0.6-0.9 cm (2-3')

Spacing: 0.6 m (2')

Water: Average to moist

Hardiness: Zones 4-9

Zone: 4

Deer Resistant: Rarely damaged by deer

Attracts Butterflies: Attracts wildlife

Drought Tolerant: Good drought tolerance

Characteristics: Forms a dense, upright clump of blue-green foliage., Flowers in late summer form an airy cloud above the foliage., Attractive grass is excellent for screens, mass planted or as a feature plant at the back of the border., The upright form persists through winter where it can provide shelter for birds and other wildlife.