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Blue Fountain Switchgrass Ornamental Grasses (Panicum Virgatum Blue Fountain)

Add movement, texture and elegant structure to your garden with Blue Fountain Switchgrass (Panicum virgatum Blue Fountain). This attractive ornamental grass is a versatile choice for garden borders, naturalistic planting schemes and contemporary landscapes. Its graceful foliage creates a soft, flowing effect, while its upright habit adds structure throughout the growing season.
As a variety of Panicum virgatum, Blue Fountain belongs to the switchgrass group, valued for its architectural form and seasonal interest. This ornamental Panicum grass can be combined with flowering perennials and other ornamental grasses to create a layered planting scheme.

Medium Growth Rate
Deciduous
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Planting Conditions: Panicum virgatum Blue Fountain grows best in a sunny position with fertile, well drained soil. Water regularly while the plant establishes and during prolonged dry spells. Avoid areas where the soil remains persistently waterlogged.
Growth Rate: Blue Fountain has a moderate growth rate and develops into an upright, clump forming grass. With suitable growing conditions, it provides attractive foliage and seasonal flower heads, adding texture and movement to garden borders.
12 Month Guarantee On All Plants: Your Blue Fountain Switchgrass is supplied with our 12 Month Guarantee On All Plants, giving you added confidence when ordering from Everything Landscaping.

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	Height cm	Price inc VAT	Planting Density	Plants Quantity
	Blue Fountain Switchgrass Ornamental Grass Pot Grown 2L	Regular price £9.62 Sale price £9.62 Regular price Unit price per
	Blue Fountain Switchgrass Ornamental Grass Pot Grown 5L	Regular price £19.96 Sale price £19.96 Regular price Unit price per

	Height cm	Price inc VAT	Planting Density	Pallet Quantity
	Blue Fountain Switchgrass Ornamental Grass Pot Grown 2L (50 Plants)	Regular price £432.90 Sale price £432.90 Regular price Unit price per
	Blue Fountain Switchgrass Ornamental Grass Pot Grown 5L (40 Plants)	Regular price £718.56 Sale price £718.56 Regular price Unit price per

Blue Fountain Switchgrass Description

Panicum virgatum Blue Fountain is an ornamental switchgrass suited to planting schemes where foliage texture, movement and seasonal structure are important. Its graceful form helps soften hard landscaping and creates contrast alongside flowering plants, shrubs and other grasses.

Often searched for as Panicum grass or Switch Grass, Panicum virgatum is valued for its upright growth and adaptability to a range of garden designs. Blue Fountain can be used as a feature plant or included in a mixed border to introduce height and visual interest.

This grass switch variety works well in naturalistic and prairie inspired planting schemes, where grasses are combined with flowering perennials to create a relaxed, layered appearance. Its foliage can also complement contemporary gardens featuring gravel, paving and simple planting arrangements.

Gardeners searching for Panicum virgatum switch grass can consider this variety for borders and mixed planting areas where a structured ornamental grass is desired. It pairs well with hardy perennials and plants with contrasting foliage colours, flower shapes and heights.

The mature foliage and flower stems can provide seasonal interest into autumn and winter. Leaving the old growth in place until late winter also helps maintain the garden's structure during the colder months.

Pruning Advice

Leave the foliage and flower stems of Blue Fountain Switchgrass standing through autumn and winter. The dried growth can add texture and structure to the garden during the dormant season.

Cut back the previous season's growth in late winter or early spring before fresh shoots emerge. Wear gardening gloves and use clean, sharp tools, taking care not to damage new growth near the base.

Further Information

Botanical Name: Panicum virgatum Blue Fountain
Common Name: Blue Fountain Switchgrass
Plant Type: Ornamental perennial grass
Foliage: Graceful, narrow leaves
Habit: Upright and clump forming
Position: Full sun
Soil: Fertile and well drained
Uses: Borders, prairie gardens, feature planting and naturalistic schemes
Seasonal Interest: Foliage texture, flower heads and winter structure

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Panicum virgatum Blue Fountain?

Panicum virgatum Blue Fountain is an ornamental switchgrass grown for its graceful foliage, upright habit and seasonal interest. It can be used in borders, mixed planting schemes and naturalistic gardens.

Is Blue Fountain a type of switchgrass?

Yes. Switchgrass is the common name for Panicum virgatum. Blue Fountain is a named variety associated with this ornamental grass group.

Does Panicum grass grow well in UK gardens?

Many ornamental switchgrasses can grow successfully in UK gardens when planted in suitable conditions. A sunny position and well drained soil help support healthy growth.

Where should Blue Fountain Switchgrass be planted?

Choose a sunny position in a garden border, prairie inspired bed or naturalistic planting scheme. Allow enough room for the plant to develop without crowding nearby perennials or shrubs.

When should Panicum virgatum be cut back?

Leave the foliage standing through autumn and winter for seasonal structure. Cut back the old growth in late winter or early spring before new shoots begin to emerge.

Delivery & Returns

Enjoy convenient delivery of your Blue Fountain Switchgrass, with free delivery available within 50 miles of our nursery. Deliveries beyond this area may also be available depending on your location and order.

If you're unsure whether your property falls within our delivery area, please contact us before placing your order. Every plant is carefully prepared for delivery to help ensure it arrives in good condition.

For added peace of mind, your Blue Fountain Switchgrass is covered by our 12 Month Guarantee On All Plants.

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