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Panicum virgatum 'Northwind'

Family Gramineae
Plant Type ornamental grass
Zone USDA:   4a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 1.2 - 1.8 m (4 - 6 ft)
Spread 60 - 75 cm (2 - 2.5 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The ornamental grass Panicum virgatum 'Northwind' (ornamental grass) yields showy and faded green blossoms during late summer. This plant has foliage that is deep green in colour. Panicum virgatum 'Northwind' (ornamental grass) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, cut flowers, dried flowers, mass planting, specimen, waterfront and wild flower.
Special Characteristics Panicum virgatum 'Northwind' tolerates drought and salt, and is noted for being naturally resistant to deer. In the fall, Panicum virgatum 'Northwind' offers a beautiful display of autumn colour, and during the winter it continues to provide interest in your garden.
Cautions With its fast growth rate, Panicum virgatum 'Northwind' (ornamental grass) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner.