Panicum virgatum 'Northwind'
Panicum virgatum 'Northwind'
Switch Grass
Wide, thick, blue-green leaf blades offer rich texture and movement. The beautiful upright form adds a great vertical element to the garden and is further enhanced when the erect narrow plumes appear near the end of summer. To top off the show, fall turns the foliage to a golden straw color. (Ornamental Grass)
Bloom time Size Exposure
Summer
Fall
4-5' tall x 2-3' wide Sun Part Shade 
Hardiness Zone:4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11
zone map Cold Hardy to -30° to -20°F
Attracts Butterflies Attracts ButterfliesDeer Resistant Deer Resistant
Drought Tolerant Drought TolerantFall/Winter Color Fall/Winter Color
Good for Cut Flowers Good for Cut FlowersLong Blooming or Repeat Blooming Long Blooming or Repeat Blooming
PPA Plant of the year PPA Plant of the yearTolerates moist soil Tolerates moist soil