Panicum virgatum 'Summer Sunrise'

Switchgrass

'Summer Sunrise' Switchgrass is a compact Panicum, with a neat upright habit and clean bluish green foliage. The inflorescences are striking, appearing in shades of soft pink in late summer. They take on shades of pinkish gold in the early fall and Panicum 'Summer Sunrise' turns light tan in late fall and all winter. This versatile grass is an Introduction by Hoffman Nursery in North Carolina.

Height

48 Inches

Spread

24 Inches

Bloom Color

Pink

USDA Hardiness Zone

Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes

•	Cut Flower
•	Dried Flower
•	Erosion Control
•	Habit: Compact
•	Native
•	Rain Garden Plants
•	Winter Containers

Winter Interest

•	Seedheads
•	Structure

Soil Conditions

•	Average
•	Dry
•	Moist
•	Sandy

Bloom Time

•	Fall
•	Summer

Exposure

•

Sun

Tolerance

•	Clay Soil Tolerant
•	Drought Tolerant
•	Salt Tolerant

Foliage Color

•

Green

Grass Season

•	Warm Season

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