Panicum virgatum 'Cloud Nine'

Switch Grass

Tips for Homeowners:

Cut back to the ground in early spring to about 8".

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A tough grass, 'Cloud Nine' will provide a beautiful cloud of foliage and flower and will tolerate heat and drought.

  • Tall, blue-green foliage
  • Golden clouds of blossoms in summer
  • Fantastic winter interest

Terrific grass for naturalizing in meadows or wild gardens and excellent for perennial borders planted singly or in large groups.

Height: 6-8 ft
Spread: 4-6 ft
Zone: 4-9
Color: Gold

Interesting Notes about Switch Grass:

The original switch grass is a Kansas prairie native, and many of the cultivars do very well here with little care. They need lots of sun or the foliage may tip over if in too much shade.  


Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes:

  • Winter Interest
  • Border or Bed
  • Low Maintenance
  • Specimen
  • Great Foliage
  • Cut Flower/ Foliage
  • Ornamental Grass
  • Native
  • Focal Point
  • Drought Tolerant
  • Naturalizing

Foliage Color:

  • Green
  • Blue

Exposure:

  • Full Sun

Critter Resistance:

  • Deer Resistant

Habit:

  • Upright

Season of Interest (Flowering):

  • Summer

Season of Interest (Foliage):

  • Fall
  • Winter

Soil Moisture:

  • Average Water
  • Moist, Well-Drained