Looking for a tall ornamental grass? This blue Panicum bucks the horticulture trend of shrinking plants by towering around 7’ tall. Even with its considerable height, this grass stays very upright, supporting its late summer heavy flowering performance. Greenish tan flower panicles are held on the top two thirds of the plant and look like they burst out of the clump like water in a fountain. Its attractive blue-green leaves are very wide and strappy. This durable grass will tolerate drought, heat, and wind once established.
Switch grass gets its name from the peaceful swishing sound it makes when blowing in the wind. All parts of this grass are very sturdy, and will remain standing thru winter unless snows are heavy. This provides important cover for birds during the coldest days of winter. This grass is very versitile from a design standpoint; it is effective as a specimen, in masses, for screening, alongside ponds or streams, or even in large containers.
30ct Plug Tray |
Height:
7.0 Feet
Spread:
5.0-6.0 Feet
Hardiness Zones:
4,5,6,7,8,9
Foliage Color:
Blue shades
Sunlight:
Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun)
Water Requirements:
Low Water Needs Average Water Needs Consistent Water Needs
Soil Quality:
Average Soil Quality Fertile Soil Quality
Soil Chemistry:
Acidic Soil (pH < 7.0) Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0)
Bloomtime:
Late Summer
Critter Resistant:
Deer Resistant
Seasonal Interest:
Fall Color
Growth Rate:
Medium
Garden Style:
Patio Container Eclectic Prairie Rain Garden
Other Features:
Container Cut Flower Cut Foliage Drought Tolerant Easy To Grow Mass Planting Salt Tolerant Specimen Focal Point
Origin:
Not Native to North America
Panicum is native grass that is very easy to grow and is a good grass for beginners. It will grow in any soil, from sand to clay, is drought tolerant once established, and even withstands periodic flooding. Grow this grass in full sun. It will tolerate light shade, but will flop over if the shade is too heavy. Panicum is wind and salt tolerant, making it a good choice for seaside gardens or along roads that are salted in winter.
Container:
Premium 1 Gallon Pot
When to Plant:
Summer - late summer or spring
Finish:
7-9 weeks
Notes:
Save finished 1 gallon plants to step up into 3-5 gallon containers in the fall. This will yield large plants for the following season.
Container:
Trade 1 Gallon Container
When to Plant:
Early to mid summer
Finish:
12-14 weeks
Notes:
Save finished 1 gallon plants to step up into 3-5 gallon containers in the fall. This will yield large plants for the following season.
Growing Temperature:
Rooting out: 65-72° F,
Growing: 65-75° F
Holding Temperature:
50-60° F outdoors
Soil PH:
5.8-6.3
EC (What is EC?):
2.5-3.5 pour through method
Fertility:
Heavy feeders, apply 150-200ppm constant liquid feed.
Vernalization:
8-12 weeks of cold is required for flowers.
Pests & Diseases:
Although not typically problematic, keep an eye out for crown rot, leaf spots, and rust.
Potting & Timing:
Plants should be planted under warm temperatures and long days for good root establishment.
Moisture:
Moderate to moist.
Planting Level:
Plant plug level with soil line.
PGRs/Pinching:
No pinching or growth regulators are necessary if grown outdoors. If growing in a greenhouse, plants can be trimmed during production to increase fullness and decrease height, but no more than 1/2 of the height should be trimmed off.
Lighting:
Long days required for growth.
Other Comments:
'Cheyenne Sky' and other Panicums with deep red coloration typically need direct sunlight to develop the best foliage color.
Grower Tips:
Warm season grasses such as Panicum are best grown in summer of the year prior to sales for best results.
Height:
7.0 Feet
Spread:
5.0-6.0 Feet
Hardiness Zones:
4,5,6,7,8,9
Foliage Color:
Blue shades
Sunlight:
Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun)
Water Requirements:
Low Water Needs Average Water Needs Consistent Water Needs
Soil Quality:
Average Soil Quality Fertile Soil Quality
Soil Chemistry:
Acidic Soil (pH < 7.0) Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0)
Bloomtime:
Late Summer
Critter Resistant:
Deer Resistant
Seasonal Interest:
Fall Color
Growth Rate:
Medium
Garden Style:
Patio Container Eclectic Prairie Rain Garden
Other Features:
Container Cut Flower Cut Foliage Drought Tolerant Easy To Grow Mass Planting Salt Tolerant Specimen Focal Point
Origin:
Not Native to North America
Panicum is native grass that is very easy to grow and is a good grass for beginners. It will grow in any soil, from sand to clay, is drought tolerant once established, and even withstands periodic flooding. Grow this grass in full sun. It will tolerate light shade, but will flop over if the shade is too heavy. Panicum is wind and salt tolerant, making it a good choice for seaside gardens or along roads that are salted in winter.
Container:
Premium 1 Gallon Pot
When to Plant:
Summer - late summer or spring
Finish:
7-9 weeks
Notes:
Save finished 1 gallon plants to step up into 3-5 gallon containers in the fall. This will yield large plants for the following season.
Container:
Trade 1 Gallon Container
When to Plant:
Early to mid summer
Finish:
12-14 weeks
Notes:
Save finished 1 gallon plants to step up into 3-5 gallon containers in the fall. This will yield large plants for the following season.
Growing Temperature:
Rooting out: 65-72° F,
Growing: 65-75° F
Holding Temperature:
50-60° F outdoors
Soil PH:
5.8-6.3
EC (What is EC?):
2.5-3.5 pour through method
Fertility:
Heavy feeders, apply 150-200ppm constant liquid feed.
Vernalization:
8-12 weeks of cold is required for flowers.
Pests & Diseases:
Although not typically problematic, keep an eye out for crown rot, leaf spots, and rust.
Potting & Timing:
Plants should be planted under warm temperatures and long days for good root establishment.
Moisture:
Moderate to moist.
Planting Level:
Plant plug level with soil line.
PGRs/Pinching:
No pinching or growth regulators are necessary if grown outdoors. If growing in a greenhouse, plants can be trimmed during production to increase fullness and decrease height, but no more than 1/2 of the height should be trimmed off.
Lighting:
Long days required for growth.
Other Comments:
'Cheyenne Sky' and other Panicums with deep red coloration typically need direct sunlight to develop the best foliage color.
Grower Tips:
Warm season grasses such as Panicum are best grown in summer of the year prior to sales for best results.
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