Panicum virgatum 'Heavy Metal'

Also called Blue Switch Grass

Forms a very tight upright vase-shaped clump of intense metallic-blue foliage
Airy cloud-like pinkish panicles shimmer above the foliage
Leaves have a good yellow fall colour
The foliage and flower turn beige-brown for the winter
A good choice for the formal garden
Bloom Time: Late summer
Flower Height: 150 cm
Foliage Height: 120 cm
Grass Type: Warm Season

ZONE:
4

COLOUR:
Pink

HEIGHT:
120-150 cm

SPREAD:
50-80 cm

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2g

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Growing and Maintenance Tips:

This grass grows in a wide variety of soil conditions from wet to average, and is drought tolerant, once established. Grows best in full sun and will flop over if grown in shade or overly rich soils. It should be pruned back to 10 cm above ground level in early spring.

Additional Notes about Heavy Metal Switch Grass:

Warm Season Grasses: These grasses are much slower starting in the spring. They do not push new growth until temperatures warm in early to midsummer. They flower later in the summer or fall with most blooms remaining into the winter. Most warm season grasses tolerate heat, humidity and drought; some even thrive in these conditions.