Panicum virgatum 'Heavy Metal'

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Heavy Metal Switch Grass

 
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Description

This perennial grass will grow 3'-4' tall and 2-4' wide. It has narrow, blue/gray leaves with slender, lavender flowers that bloom in midsummer. In fall, the foliage turns yellow. This grass needs regular watering and more in hot summer areas. Prune in winter to refresh the grass.

 

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Plant Type

Perennial, Grass

 

Height Range

3-6'

 

Flower Color

Lavender

 

Flower Season

Summer

 

Leaf Color

Blue Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply as little fertilizer as possible.

If you use fertilizer make sure it stays on the landscape, and carefully water it in so there is NO runoff.