Panicum virgatum 'Cloud Nine' (Switchgrass)- 2 plants

One of the tallest and most impressive native ornamental grasses, 'Cloud Nine' forms a stately, upright clump of blue-green foliage topped with airy, silvery flower panicles in late summer. As autumn arrives, the foliage turns rich golden-yellow, providing outstanding color and winter interest. This durable North American native is drought tolerant, low maintenance, and an excellent choice for naturalistic landscapes, privacy screens, and pollinator gardens.

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Panicum virgatum 'Cloud Nine'
• Common Name: Cloud Nine Switchgrass
• USDA Zones: 4–9
• Sun: Full Sun
• Height: 6–7 feet
• Spread: 2–3 feet
• Bloom Time: Late Summer to Early Fall
• Flower Color: Airy silver-green panicles aging tan
• Foliage: Blue-green turning golden-yellow in fall
• Soil: Average to dry, well-drained soils; adaptable to clay
• Water: Low once established

Garden Features

• ✓ North American native grass
• ✓ Exceptional vertical accent
• ✓ Drought tolerant once established
• ✓ Deer resistant
• ✓ Salt tolerant
• ✓ Supports birds and beneficial insects
• ✓ Outstanding fall color
• ✓ Attractive winter seed heads
• ✓ Low maintenance

🌿 Excellent for shade gardens and moist borders

Zones: 4–9
Height: 18–24 inches
Width: 18–24 inches
Sun: Part shade to shade

Shipping Schedule:
The shop begins shipping in April 2026. For specific timing, please select your preferred shipping option at checkout.

Shipping Timing:
Orders ship within 4–7 business days during the active growing season unless marked as pre-order.

If your order includes plants with different availability dates, items may ship together when possible.

Plant Size:
Plants are shipped without pots. Most varieties are starter plants measuring approximately 4–10 inches tall, depending on the variety, season, and stage of growth. Larger size options are identified in the individual product listing. Photos show mature plants for reference unless otherwise noted.

Seasonal Growth:
Plants change naturally throughout the growing season. During bloom season, some varieties may have buds or flowers. Outside their normal bloom period, plants may be shorter and will not have buds or flowers. Late-season foliage may also differ in appearance from spring growth.

Plant Health Guarantee:
We carefully package each order to ensure safe delivery. If your plants arrive damaged, please contact us within 24 hours of delivery with photos and we will gladly provide a replacement or refund.

Plants may experience minor wilting or cosmetic leaf damage during transit. Slight dryness, browned leaf tips, or seasonal yellowing are normal and typically resolve with proper planting and care.