{"product_id":"panicum-little-boy-blue","title":"Panicum virgatum Dream Catcher 'Little Boy Blue'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePanicum virgatum Dream Catcher 'Little Boy Blue'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact switchgrass selection prized for its upright blue green foliage that develops rich golden tones in autumn. Airy flower panicles emerge in late summer and remain attractive well into winter bringing movement, texture, and year round interest to sunny landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 - 36 in x 24 - 30 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late summer to early fall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Average to well drained soil; adaptable to a wide range of soil types\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deer resistant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNative Status\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cultivar was selected from the North American native species \u003cem\u003ePanicum virgatum\u003c\/em\u003e. While 'Dream Catcher' 'Little Boy Blue' is a cultivated selection, it retains the adaptability and wildlife value that make switchgrass an important native ornamental grass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWILDLIFE \u0026amp; INSECTS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBirds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides nutritious seeds for songbirds during fall and winter while its upright foliage offers valuable shelter throughout the colder months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eButterflies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServes as a host plant for several skipper butterflies whose caterpillars develop on native grasses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreates excellent cover for small wildlife and helps provide habitat in naturalized and meadow style plantings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpacing \u0026amp; Landscape Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing Recommendations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace 24 - 30 in apart to allow each clump to develop its upright fountain like form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape Placement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for sunny borders, native gardens, prairie style plantings, and mass plantings where its blue green foliage, airy seed heads, and outstanding fall color provide season long interest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEchinacea purpurea 'Magnus' (Purple Coneflower)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds bold summer flowers that pair beautifully with the fine textured foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVeronicastrum virginicum 'Fascination' (Culver's Root)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Brings tall elegant flower spikes that complement the grass without overpowering it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchizachyrium scoparium (Little Bluestem)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Creates a layered native grass planting with complementary texture and outstanding fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolidago rugosa 'Fireworks' (Goldenrod)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Extends seasonal color with bright golden blooms that contrast against the blue green foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRudbeckia fulgida 'Goldsturm' (Black Eyed Susan)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Provides vibrant yellow flowers that bloom alongside the emerging seed heads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"3 Gallon","offer_id":46671606382753,"sku":"G PANICUM VIRGATUM DREAM CATCHER LIL BLUE BOY","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0359\/3329\/0634\/files\/PanicumvirgatumDreamCatcher_LittleBoyBlue.png?v=1783605644","url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/panicum-little-boy-blue","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}