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Panicum virgatum Summer Sunrise (Hoffman Nursery)

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

4
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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