Prairie Winds October Sky switchgrass
Panicum virgatum 'Prairie Winds October Sky'
PW New 2026
USDA zones5 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles dry or moist or wet soil
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Clumping
- Bloom season
- Summer, autumn, winter
- Soil types
- Sand, clay
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
Prairie Winds October Sky switchgrass (Panicum virgatum Prairie Winds October Sky) is a grass for borders, accents, and winter interest. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full or part sun and dry to wet, sandy or clay soil. Butterflies and birds visit it. It is not a favorite of deer, though hungry deer will eat almost anything. You can leave the clump standing for winter.
Pairs well with Little bluestem, Butterfly milkweed, and Witch hazel.