{"product_id":"panicum-virgatum-dream-catcher-smokey-rose","title":"Panicum virgatum Dream Catcher 'Smokey Rose'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePanicum virgatum 'Dream Catcher Smokey Rose'\u003c\/strong\u003e is an upright ornamental switchgrass prized for its airy rosy pink flower panicles that emerge in late summer and mature into soft tan seed heads for lasting seasonal interest. Blue green foliage develops warm golden tones in fall while the graceful blooms and sturdy habit add movement, texture, and color to sunny landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 - 5 ft x 2 - 3 ft\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 well drained soil; adaptable to clay and sandy soils\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 Smokey Rose' is a cultivated selection, it retains the ecological benefits and adaptability of its native parent.\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 in fall and winter while the dense upright stems offer valuable cover 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 larval host plant for several skipper butterflies and contributes habitat within native garden 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 - 36 in apart to allow each clump to develop its full upright form while maintaining good air circulation.\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 native gardens, meadow plantings, privacy screens, and mixed perennial borders where its rosy flower plumes, upright habit, and outstanding fall color create lasting seasonal 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 - Produces bold summer blooms that pair beautifully with the airy pink flower panicles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLiatris spicata (Blazing Star)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds vertical spikes of purple flowers that attract pollinators and complement the fine grassy texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRudbeckia fulgida 'Goldsturm' (Black Eyed Susan)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Provides vibrant golden flowers that contrast with the smoky pink blooms and warm fall foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolidago rugosa 'Fireworks' (Goldenrod)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Extends late season color while supporting pollinators in naturalistic plantings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVernonia noveboracensis (New York Ironweed)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Brings rich purple flowers and bold height for a striking native meadow combination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"3 Gallon","offer_id":46790466207905,"sku":"G PANICUM VIRGATUM DREAM CATCHER SMOKEY ROSE","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/panicum-virgatum-dream-catcher-smokey-rose","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}