Panicum virgatum 'Northwind', commonly called Northwind switch grass, is a North American native ornamental grass that thrives in medium to wet soil in full sun to part shade.
Panicum virgatum 'Northwind', commonly called Northwind switch grass, is a North American native ornamental grass that thrives in medium to wet soil in full sun to part shade.

Panicum virgatum ‘Northwind’

Panicum virgatum ‘Northwind’

General info: Panicum virgatum ‘Northwind’, commonly called Northwind switch grass, is a North American native ornamental grass that thrives in medium to wet soil in full sun to part shade. This clump forming ornamental grass is the most vertical cultivar of all the different switch grasses. Northwind has a bluish green foliage and is topped with tiny attractive yellow and red seed heads.

Landscape uses: This Panicum cultivar with its vertical height is a great option for perennial borders. This native ornamental grass is beautiful when planted in masses or groups. Use the native in naturalized areas, meadows, or prairies. Northwind is also used in rain gardens or the edges of ponds or streams.

Light Exposure Full Sun Part Shade
Growth Cycle Select
Height with Bloom 4 to 5′
Foliage Color. Green / Blue
Moisture Req. Medium to Wet
Bloom Attractive Seed Heads
Origin U.S.
Height without Bloom Select
Zone 5 to 9