Switchgrass 'Prairie Dog'

Panicum virgatum 'Prairie Dog' Panicum virgatum ‘Prairie Dog’ is a cultivar of Switchgrass, a warm-season grass native to North America. As a member of the Poaceae family, this ornamental grass is valued for its graceful, upright growth habit and attractive seed heads. ‘Prairie Dog’ has a much shorter growth habit, typically reaching heights of 3 to 4 feet, forming clumps of slender, arching leaves that transition through shades of green, turning to warm hues of red and burgundy in the fall. The airy, open panicles emerge in late summer, displaying a delicate arrangement of seed heads that persist well into winter. This cultivar is well-suited for adding texture and visual interest to gardens, meadows, and naturalistic landscapes. Thrives in full sun and is adaptable to a variety of soil types, including clay and sandy soils. It is drought-tolerant once established and can withstand a range of environmental conditions. Benefits from a yearly pruning in late winter or early spring to r