Panicum virgatum 'Northwind'
Northwind Switchgrass

Panicum virgatum ′Northwind′ - Summer Interest
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 Flower Notes:
Yellow
 Foliage Notes:
Green
 Ultimate Height:
6 feet
 Ultimate Spread:
2.5 feet
 Light Requirements:
 Soil Notes:
medium to wet
 Diagnostic Characteristics:
Flower panicles are showy, are are quite long and will turn from yellow to beige. Seed plumes will stay attached into the winter months adding texture to the winter landscape. Occasional problems with rust in hot and humid climates. Insects that may cause problems are Japanese beetles, thrips, and spider mites.
  Special Characteristics:
  • Drought Tolerant 275
  • Groupings 189
  • Mass Plantings 268

    • Additional Information

    Switch Grass is native to Missouri prairies. 'Northwind' is more compact han the straight species and more vertical in comparison.

    When Panicum virgatum 'Northwind' has been observed flowering or fruiting at Purdue University

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    1 Panicum virgatum 'Northwind' found

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    Number Accession ID Location
    12017_00387*AHCR

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