A unique and valuable ornamental grass providing a long season of interest. A stout upright and self- supporting grass turning carmine-red in June. Delicate pink flower in the summer, deep burgundy Autumn colour.

Common name

Switch Grass

Height

90 cm

Spread

50 cm

Sunlight

Full sun

Seasons

July to September

Soil

Moist but well drained.

Plant location

Beds and borders.

Characteristics

Accent plant.

Panicum virgatum ‘Shenandoah’ – AGM

This unique product, Panicum virgatum ‘Shenandoah’, also known as Switch Grass, is a large growing deciduous grass that is perfect for a sunny spot in your garden. Its steely blue grey foliage reaches a height of around 90cm in late spring and into summer, and is accompanied by small airy purple flower panicles on stems that can reach up to 1.2m in height. As the summer progresses, the flowers and foliage both fade to a darker purple color, giving this variety a distinctive look.

• Height:Flowering to 1.2m
• Spread:Easily maintained to1m
• Foliage Colour:Narrow,blade likeblue-grey with purple tips
• Flower Colour:White tinged purplepanicles fading to golden brown
• Soil Type:Well drained, sandy, loam, chalk
• Position:Full Sun
• Hardiness:Hardy H5 (-10)
• Type:Deciduous Grass

Perfect for the mid to back of border, this grass also has wonderful blonde flower heads in autumn. It is hardy and deciduous, making it a low maintenance addition to your garden. You can choose between a 9cm pot or 2 Litre pot when ordering. Add this unique and beautiful Panicum virgatum ‘Shenandoah’ to your garden today!