Herbaceous Audio Recording Available Panicum virgatum 'Cloud Nine' [Cloud Nine Switchgrass] Switch Grass is native to Missouri prairies. Has a vertical shape and remains stiff throughout the growing season. Will tolerate occasional flooding. It is rhizomatous. 'Cloud Nine' is recorded as the tallest cultivar. Audio Recording Available
Herbaceous Audio Recording Available Panicum virgatum 'Northwind' [Northwind Switchgrass] Switch Grass is native to Missouri prairies. 'Northwind' is more compact han the straight species and more vertical in comparison. Audio Recording Available
Herbaceous Audio Recording Available Panicum virgatum 'Rotstrahlbusch' [Rotstrahlbusch Switchgrass] 'Rotstrahlbusch' is used for the burgundy-red color it has in the fall. Similar vertical clump to 'Northwind'. Audio Recording Available
Herbaceous Panicum virgatum 'Thundercloud' [Thundercloud Switch Grass] This tall hedge grass can grow up to 8 feet tall, making it a great option to buffer views or frame spaces. Open panicles frame the crown creating a soft fluffy top that contrast the dark green switchgrass blades.
Indiana Native
