Panicum virgatum ‘Cloud Nine’ is a tall handsome selection of our native switch grass. This cultivar has arching bluish-green leaves topped by large billowing flower panicles. In late evening, the panicle spikelets seem to dance above the foliage. Foliage and flowers develop a showy gold color in fall before taking on a deeper bronzy winter patina. ‘Cloud Nine’ typically attains a 6-8’ height in sunny gardens with moist, average or dry soils.