Dream Catcher®
Panicum virgatum Dream Catcher® Lightning Bolt®
Lightning Bolt Switchgrass
- Upright form creates a narrow silhouette in the landscape
- Silvery plumes are showy in mid to late summer
- Added fall interest as foliage transitions to a golden yellow
- Fast growing, excellent for erosion control or meadow plantings
- Drought tolerant but good for rain gardens as well
- Deer resistant
- Warm season grass
- Category: Ornamental Grass
- Alternate Cultivar: 'Nontlobg'
- Patent: PP36,395
- Breeder: WorryFree®
- Hardiness Zone: 4-9
- Height: 4-6 ft
- Spread: 3-4 ft
- Bloom Color: Green Shades
- Foliage Color: Green Shades
Purchase options for Lightning Bolt Switchgrass
- Size: 1 Gallon -
- Status: Sheared and/or Dormant
- Availability: Online
$28.00
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An upright, narrow silhouette sets Dream Catcher® Lightning Bolt® apart in the landscape. Silvery plumes rise above the foliage in mid to late summer, putting on a showy summer-long display. Come fall, the foliage transitions to a rich golden yellow for added seasonal interest. Fast growing and drought tolerant, it's a strong choice for erosion control, meadow plantings, or rain gardens alike.
Maintenance and Care
| • | Cold Tolerant |
| • | Drought Tolerant |
| • | Heat Tolerant |
| • | Low Maintenance |
| • | Mass Planting |
Critter Resistance
| • | Deer Resistant |
Programs
| • | WorryFree® Plants |
Habit
| • | Upright |
Growing Tips for Panicum virgatum Dream Catcher® 'Dream Catcher® Lightning Bolt®'
Prefers full sun for sturdiest upright habit. Keep moist until established, after that this plant has good drought tolerance.