Panicum virgatum 'October Sky' PPAF CPBRAF
PRAIRIE WINDS® Collection
Common Name: Switch Grass, Ornamental Grass
'October Sky' is an excellent mid-sized native grass with brilliant rosy purple seedheads for a fantastic fall display. The seedheads have more purple color than 'Apache Rose', which is rosy-red while in bloom. 'October Sky' is also a larger plant than 'Apache Rose', standing about a foot taller. Overall the plant has an elegant upright shape, comprising of blue-green leaves. Compared with 'Northwind', 'October Sky' is more sturdy and less prone to opening up or collapsing later in the season.
Switch grass gets its name from the peaceful swishing sound it makes when blowing in the wind. All parts of this grass 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 grass 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.
Ornamental Grasses of the PRAIRIE WINDS® Collection add graceful texture and movement to the garden. These varieties thrive in full sun growing conditions and are proven deer resistant.
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