{"product_id":"panicum-virgatum-old-faithful","title":"Panicum virgatum Dream Catcher 'Old Faithful'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePanicum virgatum Dream Catcher 'Old Faithful' \u003c\/strong\u003eis an upright switchgrass selection prized for its strong vertical habit and striking blue green foliage that develops rich golden tones in autumn. Airy reddish flower panicles emerge in late summer and persist well into winter adding 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 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 to moist well drained soil; adaptable to a wide range of 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' ('Old Faithful') is not a naturally occurring wild form it retains many of the ecological benefits that make switchgrass an outstanding native landscape plant.\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 that are enjoyed by songbirds through fall and winter while the dense clumps offer valuable shelter and nesting material.\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 the foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreates valuable cover for small mammals and other beneficial wildlife throughout the year.\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, prairie style plantings, mixed perennial borders, rain gardens, and mass plantings where its strong vertical habit and outstanding fall color provide structure throughout the seasons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVeronicastrum virginicum 'Fascination' (Culver's Root)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds tall elegant flower spikes that complement the upright form of switchgrass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEchinacea purpurea 'Magnus' (Purple Coneflower)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Brings bold summer flowers that contrast beautifully against the fine textured foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRudbeckia fulgida 'Goldsturm' (Black Eyed Susan)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Provides long lasting golden blooms that pair naturally with the grass as autumn approaches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePycnanthemum muticum (Mountain Mint)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Offers silvery foliage and abundant pollinator activity while thriving in similar growing conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchizachyrium scoparium (Little Bluestem)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Reinforces the native prairie look with complementary texture and outstanding seasonal color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"3 Gallon","offer_id":46671628107937,"sku":"G PANICUM VIRGATUM DREAM CATCHER OLD FAITHFUL","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0359\/3329\/0634\/files\/PanicumvirgatumDreamCatcher_OldFaithful.png?v=1783605668","url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/panicum-virgatum-old-faithful","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}