Panicum virgatum 'Prairie Dog' ~ Monrovia® Prairie Dog Switch Grass variegated-leaf (2) Krzysztof Golik

(2) Krzysztof Golik

IMAGES: Photo by Drew Avery

peach-pink flowers that fade to pale pastels

Fruit can become messy if not promptly harvested

Panicum virgatum 'Prairie Dog' ~ Monrovia® Prairie Dog Switch Grass variegated-leaf (2) Krzysztof GolikMonrovia Prairie Dog Switch Grass is a dense fast growing native ornamental grass native with sturdy stiff upright cool blue foliage that turns red in fall and fades to tan in winter. In mid summer stems holding airy clusters of tiny rose flowers raise above the foliage like a cloud which turn brown in fall and persist through winter. Prefers part sun and moist well drained soils. Type: Orn. Grass Origins: Central and East N. America; GA Native