As common in commercial landscapes as it is in its prairie home, switch grass (Panicum virgatum) is incredibly versatile. Grasses are generally easy to grow, drought-tolerant and pest-resistant, and ...

What: Panicum virgatum “Rotstrahlbusch” is one of the best red-foliaged grasses for the landscape. It has a more compact habit and upright form than other switch grass selections, only growing to ...

When winter's icy breeze sweeps across the countryside and garden birds ruffle their feathers on bare branches, most plants will have slipped into a deep slumber. Most – but not all. Evergreens such ...

One of the most beautiful ornamental grasses is Dallas Blues switch grass (Panicum virgatum ‘Dallas Blues’). The native grass thrives in central Ohio’s unpredictable climate. The 1-inch-wide foliage ...

Annals of the Missouri Botanical Garden, Vol. 95, No. 3 (Sep., 2008), pp. 511-519 (9 pages) This paper constitutes the first report of the chemical nature, and histochemical localization of secretions ...

If you’re looking to add a touch of movement, texture and year-round interest to your garden, ornamental grasses might just be your new best friend. These versatile plants bring elegance and structure ...