Panicum amarum, commonly called bitter panicgrass, is a North American native ornamental grass that thrives in dry to medium moisture soils in full sun to part shade.

Panicum amarum (bitter panicgrass)

 

General info: Panicum amarum, commonly called bitter panicgrass, is a North American native ornamental grass that thrives in dry to medium moisture soils in full sun to part shade. This ornamental grass grows best in full sun and average infertile soil. Bitter panicgrass is a very important species for dune systems.

Landscape uses: Panicum amarum is a very important native grass. This species is one of the main ones that make up the dune systems. It could also be a great accent for borders in sandy soil. This ornamental grass could also be used in prairies and meadows.

Light Exposure Sun
Growth Cycle Select
Height with Bloom 5 to 6′
Foliage Color. Blue – Green
Moisture Req. Dry to Medium
Bloom Seed Heads
Origin Atlantic and Gulf coast
Height without Bloom Select
Zone 3 to 9