Name: Panicum v Northwind #3
Brand: The Siebenthaler Company
SKU: Panicum v Northwind #3
Price: 25.99 USD
Availability: InStock

Northwind Switchgrass

Vertical blue-green blades, tight columnar shape, ornamental tan seedheads

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A sturdy, erect grass with bluish-green leaves. Golden tones in the fall with the seed heads also getting a tawny gold. Very hardy, tough and attractive. 4 1/2'

Botanical Name- Panicum v Northwind

Pronunciation- PAN-ih-kum vee

Foliage- Deciduous

Mature Width-

Mature Height-

Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun

Soil Preferences- Average, well drained

Current Size- #3

Bloom Color- Foliage

Bloom Time- Late summer

Companion Plants- Aster novae-angliae 'Purple Dome' (tall grass with fall aster)

Fauna Attracted- Seed-eating birds (sparrows), cover for beneficial insects

Plant Habit- Grass

Care Rating- Easy

Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - PP45

Yearly Care Instructions- Cut back old stems in late winter; prefers well-drained soil and moderate watering.

Trimming Instructions- Cut back to the ground in late winter before new growth emerges.

Fertilization Instructions- Use a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in spring; moderate feeding need. Loosen clay soil and avoid heavy irrigation to keep plants upright.

Fertilizer Recommendation- Plant-tone

Possible Issues- Rust, smut

We offer in store pickup or local delivery within 20 miles of either store- Delivery and Planting Guide

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