{"product_id":"grass-northwinds-switch-1g","title":"Grass: 'Northwinds\" Switch - 5.5\"","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"102\" data-end=\"771\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"102\" data-end=\"130\"\u003e‘Northwind’ Switch Grass\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most upright and structural ornamental grasses available, prized for its strong vertical habit and exceptional hardiness. This native prairie grass forms a dense clump of steel-blue to deep green foliage that remains rigid and columnar throughout the growing season, resisting flopping even in wind or rain. In late summer, airy golden flower panicles emerge above the foliage, eventually maturing to warm tan seed heads that persist into winter. Its narrow, architectural form makes it an excellent accent in perennial borders, prairie plantings, and modern landscape designs while also providing habitat and winter interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"773\" data-end=\"781\"\u003eSize: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"784\" data-end=\"795\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 150–180 cm (5–6 ft) in bloom. \u003cstrong data-start=\"829\" data-end=\"840\"\u003eSpread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60–75 cm (24–30 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"865\" data-end=\"918\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"865\" data-end=\"883\"\u003eFlower plumes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–30 cm (8–12 in) airy panicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"921\" data-end=\"968\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"921\" data-end=\"944\"\u003eSeason of interest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Summer through winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"981\" data-end=\"1002\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"981\" data-end=\"991\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1005\" data-end=\"1078\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1005\" data-end=\"1014\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adaptable; thrives in average to dry soils and tolerates clay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1081\" data-end=\"1126\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1081\" data-end=\"1091\"\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to moderate once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1129\" data-end=\"1185\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1129\" data-end=\"1143\"\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zones 3–9 (excellent prairie performer)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1188\" data-end=\"1261\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1188\" data-end=\"1204\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut back to 10–15 cm in early spring before new growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1264\" data-end=\"1318\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1264\" data-end=\"1276\"\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 60–75 cm apart for upright clumps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Van Noort","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40235299864631,"sku":"501-950-20","price":18.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0265\/3306\/8855\/files\/download_752fef42-d75a-45a8-92b4-6f16201da341.jpg?v=1773162176","url":"https:\/\/sherwood-greenhouse-and-gardencentre-ltd.myshopify.com\/products\/grass-northwinds-switch-1g","provider":"Sherwood Greenhouse and Garden Centre Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}