Panicum virgatum 'Heavy Metal'
Heavy Metal Blue Switch Grass
- Great upright grower
- Blue foliage and yellow fall color
- Blooms July through September
- Great as a specimen and also masses well
- Category: Ornamental Grass, Perennial
- Hardiness Zone: 4-8
- Height: 3-4 ft
- Spread: 2-3 ft
- Bloom Color: Blue Shades
One of the best upright growers in the garden with wonderful blue foliage and yellow fall color. A wonderful specimen that masses well. Blooms July through September.
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Panicum virgatum 'Heavy Metal'
Cut back in early April. Clump-forming. Divide every 5-7 years. Prefers fertile, well-drained soil in full sun. Also tolerant of seacoast conditions.