Panicum virgatum ‘Prairie Dog' (Prairie Dog Switchgrass) fern-like foliage The lilac-pink flowers of this

The lilac-pink flowers of this native cultivar are a bit pinker and appear earlier in spring than the species

Light pink flowers are combined with aged rose-red blooms that remain on the stiff 18" scapes from early summer to frost

Also works well as a carpet under rose bushes or in the rock garden

Perfect for native wildflower gardens or meadow plantings where butterflies will be drawn to the golden yellow lacy blooms and the somewhat weedy and vigorous foliage is allowed to spread and form colonies

Plants should be cut back after first flowering to encourage new blooms

Panicum virgatum ‘Prairie Dog' (Prairie Dog Switchgrass) fern-like foliage The lilac-pink flowers of thisThis perky switchgrass, with sturdy stems, pops out of the ground and stands under 4 feet tall. Clean blue foliage gives way to airy rosy blooms. Able to withstand heavy snow, providing winter interest in your garden. Plant 4 6' apart. PP#32736 Photos courtesy of Brent Horvath of Intrinsic Perennials. Sunlight Requirements: Full Sun USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 9