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Prairie Winds®
Panicum virgatum 'Cheyenne Sky'
Red Switch Grass
Forms a dense, upright clump of blue-green leaves that turn wine red in early summer. Purple flower panicles appear just above the foliage in late summer. This petite red grass is ideal for containers.
- Wine colored foliage in late summer
- Dusky purple flower panicles
- Nice structure plant for perennial borders
- Ideal for large containers
- Category: Perennials
- Patent: PP23209
- Breeder: Proven Winners
- Hardiness Zone: 4-9
- Height: 30-36 in
- Spread: 14-18 in
- Foliage Color: Red, Blue-Green
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Growing & Maintenance Tips for Panicum virgatum Prairie Winds® 'Cheyenne Sky'
The optimum amount of sun or shade each plant needs to thrive: Full Sun (6+ hours)
One of the easiest ornamental grasses to grow in full sun. Does well in any soil from sand to clay. Cut back in spring before new growth appears.
