Panicum v. ‘Badlands’ PPAF (20)ct Flat

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Product Description

Panicum virgatum ‘Badlands’ PPAF Common Name: Grass-Ornamental, Blue Switch Grass Zone 4 to 9, Full sun Plants reach 5 to 6 feet tall and 2 to 3 feet wide.

A vigorous grower, ‘Badlands’ is similar to the ever-popular Panicum ‘Heavy Metal’ in foliage color and height, but has the added bonus of having deep purple pigmentation on the tips of every blue-green leaf. This purple color begins to develop in midsummer and is striking when matching smoky purple flower panicles appear in late summer.

Of all our Panicums with purple foliage, this one is the best grower of them all, making it a top choice for growers and gardeners alike.

Panicum is native that is very easy to grow and is a good for beginners. It will grow in any soil, from sand to clay, is drought tolerant once established, and even withstands periodic flooding. Grow this 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.

Switch gets its name from the peaceful swishing sound it makes when blowing in the wind. All parts of this 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 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.

Attributes: Border plants, Cut flower or foliage, Drought tolerant, Mass planting, Rock gardens, Salt tolerant, Specimen or focal point plant, Deer resistant.

Not available for shipment to CA

Twenty (20) plants per flat (or tray). Approximate Plug Measurements: 4.25 inches deep x 2.75 inches wide.

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