Panicum virgatum 'Heavy Metal' (Blue Switchgrass) Size:No. 2 this quick spreading groundcover has

this quick spreading groundcover has six spiral rows of small cylindrical bright green leaves and grows 4-6" tall

dry summers

Use with Acorus 'Variegatus'

Try with Brilliance Autumn Fern

the semi-evergreen Autumn Fern matures to a lovely dark green

Panicum virgatum 'Heavy Metal' (Blue Switchgrass) Size:No. 2 this quick spreading groundcover has'Heavy Metal' achieves the open, airy look characteristic of Switchgrass, but it manages to be stiff and upright in habit with sensational metallic blue foliage. This native is drought tolerant, hot and cold resistant, and never needs staking. Its seed heads float over the delicate blades in late July and August to a height of 4 5', turning tan color over winter. A great wildlife cover. Sunlight Requirements: Full Sun USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 9