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Panicum virgatum ‘Dallas Blues’
Choose Dallas Blues Switch Grass if you want a native grass with blue-gray foliage and strong winter structure; the tradeoff is that it gets too upright and bold for tight front-bed spots.
Buy This If
You want native grass structure.
You like blue-gray foliage.
You can leave it standing in winter.
Skip This If
You need a short edging grass.
You want a mowed, tidy look.
Your site stays soggy.
PGNE Report Card
Category
Grade
Why
Landscape Impact
A-
Its upright blue-gray blades and late-season plumes give a border clear structure without looking stiff.
Growth Rate
A-
It fills in quickly once established, especially in sun and leaner soil.
Maintenance
B+
Plan on one hard cutback in late winter or early spring and otherwise avoid overfeeding it.
Deer Resistance
A-
Deer rarely bother ornamental grasses; the bladed foliage is not a favorite, though hungry deer may nip tender new growth.
Small Space Fit
C
The clump stays contained, but the upright size can overwhelm narrow beds and walkway corners.
Screening Value
B-
It gives seasonal privacy and movement, but it is not a solid evergreen screen.
Our Experience
At PGNE, we'd typically recommend Dallas Blues for customers who want a native grass with more weight than a small fescue but less fuss than many flowering perennials.
Plant Facts
Mature Height
5 ft
Mature Width
2.5 ft
Hardiness Zones
4a-8a
Spacing
3.5 ft
Sun
Full Sun to Part Shade
Moisture
Dry to average
Growth Habit
Upright, clumping, broad-bladed
Customers Usually Ask
Should I cut it back?
Yes, cut it down before new growth starts in spring.
Will it flop?
It holds best in sun and should not be overwatered or overfertilized.
Is it native?
Yes, it is a cultivar of native switch grass.
Why buy for fall color
See the actual color before you buy it
Foliage, berries and late bloom — all three seasons of interest
Fall planting means roots established before winter
They're very "leggy" right now but that's not unexpected in the fall. Otherwise, they look healthy, and we're looking forward to seeing them next year.
Showed up on time and planted it perfectly. I indicated a light we had to illuminate it and they placed it for optimal lighting. Worked fast and left a clean worksite. First rate!
Installation Service
Jon Kenyon
Really great website, communication and installation. Very happy customer and would recommend them.
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Aileen Maconi
The plants are beautiful and all 13 were consistent in height and width. And at a fraction of the cost of other garden centers. Having the team that delivered them do the planting was one of the best values I can think of. They did a great job from start to finish and even helped me with my watering system which they didn’t have to do!