Dream Catcher® Lightning Bolt® Switchgrass (Panicum)
Perennial
- Upright ornamental grass stands tall through rain & wind!
- Foliage turns yellow in fall, adding autumnal interest.
- Native perennial grass that is deer-resistant.
- Great for massing along a hedge or as a specimen in a perennial garden.
- Zones 4-8a, sun, 5-6.5’ tall x 3-4" wide at maturity.
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Description
Switchgrass (or Panicum) is a warm-season grass native to North American prairies. From the tall blue-colored 'Niagara Falls' to the bright red foliage of 'Cheyenne Sky,' we offer a switch grass that suits every sunny garden. Their foliage, plumes of flowers, and seed heads offer texture and structure to the landscape year-round. Growing in a wide range of soils with low water requirements, switch grasses are an easy-to-grow focal point for every gardener.
Details
Patent #: PP36,395
Common name: Switchgrass
Zone: 4 - 8a
Sun exposure: Sun (> 6 hours sun)
Height x width: 5-6.5' x 3-4'
Flower color: Cream
Foliage color: Blue-Green
Season of interest: Year-round
Bloom time: Late summer
Features: Winter interest, suitable for slopes, privacy & screening, native, fall color, drought tolerant, deer resistant, low-maintenance, heat-tolerant, cut flower, salt-tolerant, cold-hardy, fall color
Uses: Background, border, cottage gardening, foundation planting, massing, specimen
How to Grow
Light: Performs best in full sun, may not produce as many flowers in shade.
Water: Has average water needs and once established will tolerate some drought.
Spacing: Minimum 3 feet apart
Fertilizing: Fertilization isn't necessary, but if desired a small amount of all purpose garden fertilizer can be applied in spring.
Winterizing: Foliage can be left standing in winter.
Maintenance & pruning: In late winter, before new growth begins to emerge, cut foliage down to 3 to 4 inches above soil.
Plant spacing is based on the ultimate width of the plants. This figure is normally given as a range; for example, 3-5’. If you live in a cold climate and/or want plants to fill in more quickly, plan to space at the shorter end of the range. If you live in a warm climate, are on a limited budget, or are willing to wait longer for plants to touch, use the higher end of the range. Using the larger number is recommended when calculating distance from a building or structure. There’s really no such thing as "maximum spacing": if you don’t want your plants to touch, you can space them as far apart as you’d like. All plant spacing is calculated on center, or in other words, the centers of the plants are spaced one half of their eventual width apart:
Unless you are planting in a straight line, as you might for hedges or edging, space your plants in a staggered or zig-zag pattern for a more interesting and naturalistic look:
Not sure just how many plants will fit in your garden? Our calculator gives you the exact amount of plants required for your space. Simply update the values and the calculator will re-calculate accordingly. Spacing information can be found in the 'How to Grow' tab on each plant's page.
I purchased 2 dream catcher and I am highly disappointed. The grasses came so short with no greenery. What a scam
We’re sorry you’re not satisfied with your plants! On each product page and our plant sizes page, we note that all of our plants are young. The size of our plants varies depending on the time of year and whether they were recently trimmed. The most important thing when purchasing plants, online or in garden centers, is a full and robust root system, which we prioritize. Trimming only encourages stronger root development! All orders are covered by our 60-day guarantee, so please reach out to [email protected] to start the claims process if necessary.
Very well packed, shipped when promised, and arrived healthy. No complaints.