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

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