Panicum virgatum 'Cheyenne Sky' 

Common name: Switchgrass 'Cheyenne Sky' 

Cheyenne Sky is a hardy red switchgrass.

The blue-green foliage turns shades of deep red throughout the summer.

By late summer early fall it forms airy red plumes.

It has a nice upright vase shape making it ideal for containers.

Great as a specimen.

Stunning when planted in masses.

Deer resistant. Drought and salt tolerant.

Height: 3'

Spread: 1.5'

Exposure: Full sun 

Zone: 4-9

Photos credit & courtesy of Walters Gardens, Inc.