Grass Panicum Cheyenne Sky

Common Name: Red Switch Grass, Ornamental Grass

Absolutely ideal for growing in decorative containers, this hardy Red Switch Grass is a perennial substitute for Pennisetum 'Rubrum'. Measuring in at just 3' (2' before blooming), 'Cheyenne Sky' forms a tight, vase-shaped clump of blue-green foliage that begins turning wine red in early summer.

By late summer, nearly the entire clump is drenched in color and is topped by matching wine-red flower panicles held just above the foliage. It makes a dynamite specimen plant and is even more eye-catching when planted en masse.

Switch grass gets its name from the peaceful swishing sound it makes when blowing in the wind. All parts of this grass are very sturdy, and will remain standing thru winter unless snows are heavy. This provides important cover for birds during the coldest days of winter. This grass is very versitile from a design standpoint; it is effective as a specimen, in masses, for screening, alongside ponds or streams, or even in large containers.

Ornamental Grasses of the PRAIRIE WINDS® Collection add graceful texture and movement to the garden. These varieties thrive in full sun growing conditions and are proven deer resistant.

The PRAIRIE WINDS® trademark is owned by Walters Gardens, Inc.

Height:

3.0 Feet

Spread:

1.5 Feet

Hardiness Zones:

4,5,6,7,8,9

Flower Color:

Red shades

Foliage Color:

Purple shades

Sunlight:

Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun)

Water Requirements:

Low Water Needs

Average Water Needs

Consistent Water Needs

Soil Quality:

Poor Soil Quality

Average Soil Quality

Fertile Soil Quality

Soil Chemistry:

Acidic Soil (pH < 7.0)

Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0)

Bloomtime:

Late Summer

Critter Resistant:

Deer Resistant

Seasonal Interest:

Dried Seed Heads

Fall Color

Growth Rate:

Medium

Garden Style:

Patio Container

Eclectic

Modern

Prairie

Rain Garden

Other Features:

Border Plant

Container

Cut Flower

Cut Foliage

Dried Flower

Drought Tolerant

Easy To Grow

Attractive Foliage

Mass Planting

Salt Tolerant

Focal Point

Origin:

Native to North America