Prairie Winds® 'Cheyenne Sky' Red Switch Grass (Panicum virgatum)

Meet Prairie Winds® 'Cheyenne Sky'—a little dynamo of color and charm! This petite red switch grass forms with a dense, upright clump of blue-green leaves that transform into a rich wine red by early summer. But the show doesn't stop there! In late summer, stunning purple flower panicles rise above the foliage, adding a burst of color to your garden or patio. Perfect for containers, this beauty packs big personality into a small space, making it the ideal plant to spice up your outdoor oasis with a touch of elegance and whimsy! 36 inches tall and 18 inches wide at maturity Hardy in zones 4-9, be sure to check your USDA zone to ensure success Plant in full sun (6+ hours daily) Space plants 18 inches apart for best results Produces purple flowers late summer through fall Maintains red foliage spring through frost Great for borders, containers, cut flowers, landscapes, mass plantings, or as a focal point Attracts birds and resists deer Foliage interest, fall interest, winter interest, drought tolerant, salt tolerant, erosion control Please note: Our Ships Now perennials are still waking up from dormancy. In the spring, as temperatures rise and daylight hours increase, perennials begin to emerge from dormancy, pushing new shoots from their roots. Most dormant plants start showing new growth in late March or early April, depending on the specific plant and local weather conditions. Care: Fertilize with Proven Winners Continuous Release Plant Food in spring and mid-summer, and cut back in the spring before new growth appears. Shipping Info: Enjoy free shipping on orders over $125 Size at shipping varies by the season and plant Quart perennials are 5-8 in. at the time of shipment 0.65 Gallon perennials are 6-14 in. at the time of shipment 1 Gallon perennials are 6-24 in. at the time of shipment Perennials shipped Nov-Apr will arrive dormant; perennials shipped Apr-Oct will arrive green or in bloom Read our guide to get started with planning a garden