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Panicum amarum 'Dewey Blue'

Family Gramineae
Plant Type ornamental grass
Zone USDA:   2a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 0.9 - 1.2 m (3 - 4 ft)
Spread 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
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Description Panicum amarum 'Dewey Blue' (bitter switchgrass) bears showy and faded blue blooms during early fall to late winter. This ornamental grass has greyish green foliage that is showy. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning ornamental grass which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses Border, cut flowers, mass planting and specimen.
Special Characteristics This plant has a natural ability to resist deer, and it is tolerant of drought and salt. In the winter, Panicum amarum 'Dewey Blue' provides winter interest.
Cautions Depending upon your local conditions, Panicum amarum 'Dewey Blue' (bitter switchgrass) may be invasive.