Heavy Metal Switch Grass
Panicum virgatum 'Heavy Metal'
Plant Type
Ornamental Grasses
Width
2 Ft.
Height
4-5 Ft.
USDA hardiness zone
5
Sun requirements
Full Sun
Water requirements
Low
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A rigidly upright grass with metallic blue foliage that remains standing straight and tall. Pink-tinted airy blooms appear in July highlighting the color of its blue leaves. Excellent as a backdrop to other grasses, stunning in masses or a great focal point. Yellow fall color.
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Switchgrass (Panicum)
Panicum virgatum
