Panicum virgatum 'Northwind' ~ Monrovia® Northwind Switch Grass rabbit-resistant In addition to its striking

In addition to its striking flowers

MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Use a slow release fertilizer every 4 months

buckeye nuts in the fall

COMPANION PLANTS:  Azalea

attractive elongated foliage with a stripped pattern and purple undersides that is commonly used as a houseplant

Panicum virgatum 'Northwind' ~ Monrovia® Northwind Switch Grass rabbit-resistant In addition to its strikingNorthwind Switch Grass is a tall fast growing ornamental grass native to the prairies of North America. The stiff upright olive to blue green foliage turns yellow beige in fall. In mid summer stems holding airy clusters of tiny yellow flowers raise above the foliage like a cloud which turn brown in fall and persist through winter. Prefers part sun and moist well drained soils. Type: Orn. Grass Origins: Central and East N. America; GA Native Height: 4'