Nice but a bit small. Didn't get the height or spread I was
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Sophie Cook
London
Panicum virgatum 'Heavy Metal'
switch grass
9cm pot
within 4 weeks
This grass dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
- Position: full sun
- Soil: moderately fertile, well-drained soil
- Rate of Growth: average
- Flowering period: August and September
- Hardiness: fully hardy
This deciduous ornamental fountain-like grass is renowned for its steely coloured blue-grey to blue-purple leaves, which form stiff, upright clumps that turn yellow in autumn. The late summer and early autumn, pink flowers add an airy elegance. One of our recommended plants, it's perfect for providing vertical interest in a sunny, well-drained new perennial border. - Garden care: Lift and divide congested colonies between mid-spring and summer
Looks Amazing
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A very beautiful looking grass with amazing autumnal colour. Not sure if it has survived the severe winter. Still waiting to see if new shoots appear from the base.
BabaM
Northampton
2000011923
3.5
2
100.0
Late ornamental grasses
Late-season grasses come into their own from September adding another element or two - movement and texture to your garden. Most are tall and graceful and most move and sway with a gossamer presence. As autumn continues the texture of the awns, be it soft
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