{"product_id":"panicum-virgatum-dream-catcher-tumbleweed","title":"Panicum virgatum Dream Catcher 'Tumbleweed'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePanicum virgatum Dream Catcher 'Tumbleweed'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact ornamental switchgrass with upright blue green foliage that develops warm pink tones throughout the growing season before transitioning to rich autumn color. Its airy flower panicles and rounded habit provide movement and texture in the landscape while offering strong seasonal interest from summer through fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24 - 36 in x 24 - 36 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Midsummer to 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\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low; 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 selection is a cultivated form of \u003cem\u003ePanicum virgatum\u003c\/em\u003e, a native North American prairie grass. 'Dream Catcher' Tumbleweed maintains the adaptability and wildlife value of the species while offering improved color, compact growth, and ornamental appeal.\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 seeds for songbirds including finches and sparrows while its dense foliage offers cover throughout the growing season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eButterflies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports a variety of butterflies by providing structure and habitat within native and pollinator friendly landscapes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBees\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts native bees which visit the airy flower panicles for pollen during the summer bloom period.\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 its upright clumping form and arching foliage to develop fully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape Placement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for sunny borders, prairie gardens, mass plantings, and containers where its changing foliage color and airy texture add year round interest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAsclepias tuberosa (Butterfly Weed)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds vibrant orange flowers and strong pollinator value while complementing the fine texture of the grass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEchinacea purpurea (Purple Coneflower)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Provides bold summer blooms that contrast with the movement and structure of Tumbleweed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRudbeckia fulgida 'Goldsturm' (Black Eyed Susan)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Brings bright golden flowers and a similar preference for sunny growing conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAllium 'Millenium' (Ornamental Onion)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds rounded purple flower clusters that contrast with the airy form of the grass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchizachyrium scoparium (Little Bluestem)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Creates a complementary native grass pairing with additional seasonal color and texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"3 Gallon","offer_id":46790513623201,"sku":"G PANICUM VIRGATUM DREAM CATCHER TUMBLEWEED","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/panicum-virgatum-dream-catcher-tumbleweed","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}