Panicum Virgatum Heavy Metal

2-3 Litre Pot

• RHS Award of Garden Merit
• Position: Full sun
• Soil: Full sun
• Growth Rate: Average
• Flowering period: August- September
• Hardiness: H5
• Eventual Height: 0.5 – 1m
• Eventual Spread: 0.5 – 1m

Panicum Heavy Metal, also known as ‘Blue Switch Grass’ and a holder of the prestigious RHS Award of Garden Merit, is a stunning ornamental grass that adds a touch of elegance and beauty to any garden or landscape. This hardy perennial grass is prized for its striking metallic blue-green foliage that shimmers in the sunlight, adding a unique and eye-catching element to your outdoor space.

Panicum Heavy Metal can grow up to 1 metre tall and wide, and its airy purple flower panicles that bloom in late Summer and early Autumn can reach a height of up to 2 metres. This grass is drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, making it an excellent choice for those looking for a beautiful and hardy plant that requires minimal upkeep.

This grass can be planted in a variety of soil types and can thrive in full sun to partial shade. It is a popular choice for ornamental plantings, borders and mass plantings, and its stunning blue-green foliage adds a beautiful contrast to other plants in your garden.

Whether you’re looking to create a striking focal point in your garden or add a touch of elegance to your landscape, this is an excellent choice. Its hardiness, low-maintenance requirements, and unique metallic blue-green foliage make it a stunning and practical addition to any outdoor space.

How to care for your Panicum Heavy Metal

• Planting: Prefers well-drained soil that is fertile and receives full sun to partial shade. The plant should be spaced to allow enough room for growth. Planting in the Spring or Autumn is recommended for best results.
• Watering: While it is drought-tolerant, it needs to be watered regularly, especially during the growing season. Water deeply once a week, making sure not to overwater as this can lead to root rot. During the Autumn and Winter, reduce watering to allow the plant to go into dormancy.
• Fertilising: Does not require fertilisation, but applying a slow-release fertiliser in the Spring can help promote growth and flowering.
• Pruning: This grass does not require pruning, but deadheading spent blooms can help promote more flowers. Prune back the foliage to the ground in the late Winter or early Spring before new growth appears.

By following these simple care tips, you can ensure that your Panicum Heavy Metal plant thrives and adds a touch of elegance and beauty to your garden or landscape year after year.