| 1–3 | — | $35.00 ea |
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| 4-9 | 5% off | $33.25 ea |
| 10-15 | 15% off | $29.75 ea |
| 16-23 | 25% off | $26.25 ea |
| 24+ | 35% off | $22.75 ea |
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Panicum virgatum 'Northwind'
Choose Northwind Switch Grass if you want a tall, upright grass that stays tidy without staking; the tradeoff is a stiff, vertical look rather than a soft, arching one.
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | A- | Its tight upright habit gives beds clear structure without looking messy. |
| Growth Rate | A | It establishes quickly enough to give useful presence without years of waiting. |
| Maintenance | A- | Cut it back once before new spring growth and avoid overwatering or rich feeding. |
| 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 narrow habit helps, but it still wants room to look intentional. |
| Screening Value | B+ | It works well as a seasonal screen, but it is not a year-round privacy plant. |
At PGNE, we'd typically recommend Northwind when a homeowner wants height without the loose, fountain shape of many ornamental grasses. Give it breathing room and repeat it in groups for the cleanest result.
| Mature Height | 4.5 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 2.5 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 3a-8a |
| Spacing | 3 ft |
| Sun | Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Moisture | Dry to average |
| Growth Habit | Upright, narrow columnar clumping |
It is known for staying upright better than many switch grasses.
Use several if you want screening or a strong design line.
Cut old growth down before new spring growth starts.
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SKU:PGNE-42027
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