{"product_id":"prairie-winds-totem-pole-switchgrass","title":"Prairie Winds® 'Totem Pole' Switchgrass (Panicum virgatum) – Ornamental Grass","description":"\u003c!-- Left Side: Description --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"growing-left-zone\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cem\u003ePanicum virgatum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Totem Pole'\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrairie Winds® 'Totem Pole' Switchgrass\u003c\/strong\u003e is a narrow, upright ornamental grass valued for its tall, columnar form and fine-textured green foliage. This distinctive switchgrass creates a strong vertical accent in the landscape while remaining relatively narrow, making it an excellent choice for borders, foundation plantings, mass plantings, and modern garden designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlso Known As (AKA):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotem Pole Switchgrass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrairie Winds 'Totem Pole' Switchgrass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e'Totem Pole' Ornamental Grass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpright Switchgrass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003ePanicum virgatum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Totem Pole'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts tightly upright growth habit provides excellent structure and movement in the landscape. Airy flower panicles appear above the foliage during summer, adding seasonal interest while the plant maintains its distinctive vertical silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌿 Tall, narrow and strongly upright growth habit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌾 Fine-textured ornamental foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e☀️ Performs best in full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🏡 Excellent for borders, beds, mass plantings and modern landscapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🦋 Provides habitat and seasonal interest for pollinators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e💧 Relatively drought tolerant once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e❄️ Hardy perennial grass with excellent winter interest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Plant in full sun and well-drained soil for the best growth and upright form. Water regularly during the establishment period, then reduce watering as the plant becomes established. Cut back old foliage in late winter or early spring before new growth emerges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Right Side: Growing Info --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"growing-right-zone\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"growing-zone-sub\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Zones: 4–9 Outdoors\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cimg style=\"width: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0260\/0619\/2212\/files\/4-9.png\" alt=\"USDA Zone Map 4-9\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"available-detail\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"plant-details-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–5 ft.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18–24 in.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003ePanicum virgatum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Totem Pole'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSummer to Fall\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrnamental Perennial Grass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoliage Color:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGreen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWatering:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate; Drought Tolerant Once Established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpecial Feature:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNarrow Upright Form, Fine Foliage, Drought Tolerant, Winter Interest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ Section --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ's\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq pdp-faq-div\" id=\"section2\"\u003e\n\u003cinput id=\"faq-a\" type=\"checkbox\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-heading\"\u003eWhat is Prairie Winds® 'Totem Pole' Switchgrass?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"faq-arrow-dwn\" class=\"faq-arrow\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-text\"\u003ePrairie Winds® 'Totem Pole' is an ornamental switchgrass selected for its tall, narrow, upright growth habit and attractive fine-textured foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cinput id=\"faq-b\" type=\"checkbox\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-heading\"\u003eWhat are the growing zones for 'Totem Pole' Switchgrass?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"faq-arrow-dwn\" class=\"faq-arrow\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-text\"\u003ePrairie Winds® 'Totem Pole' Switchgrass is generally hardy in USDA Zones 4–9.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cinput id=\"faq-c\" type=\"checkbox\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-heading\"\u003eHow much sunlight does Totem Pole Switchgrass need?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"faq-arrow-dwn\" class=\"faq-arrow\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-text\"\u003eIt performs best in full sun, where it can develop its strongest upright form and healthiest foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cinput id=\"faq-d\" type=\"checkbox\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-heading\"\u003eHow tall does Totem Pole Switchgrass get?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"faq-arrow-dwn\" class=\"faq-arrow\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-text\"\u003eIt can reach approximately 4–5 feet tall at maturity while maintaining a relatively narrow profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cinput id=\"faq-e\" type=\"checkbox\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-heading\"\u003eIs Totem Pole Switchgrass drought tolerant?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"faq-arrow-dwn\" class=\"faq-arrow\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-text\"\u003eYes. Once established, this ornamental grass has good drought tolerance, although regular watering is beneficial during prolonged dry periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cinput id=\"faq-f\" type=\"checkbox\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-heading\"\u003eWhen should Totem Pole Switchgrass be cut back?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"faq-arrow-dwn\" class=\"faq-arrow\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-text\"\u003eCut the previous season's foliage back in late winter or early spring before new growth begins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cinput id=\"faq-g\" type=\"checkbox\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-heading\"\u003eWhere can I plant Prairie Winds® 'Totem Pole' Switchgrass?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"faq-arrow-dwn\" class=\"faq-arrow\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-text\"\u003eIt works well in borders, foundation plantings, mass plantings, garden beds, contemporary landscapes, and other areas that benefit from a strong vertical accent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cinput id=\"faq-h\" type=\"checkbox\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-heading\"\u003eDoes Totem Pole Switchgrass provide winter interest?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"faq-arrow-dwn\" class=\"faq-arrow\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-text\"\u003eYes. Its upright dried foliage and seed heads can provide attractive texture and structure in the landscape through winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Pixies Gardens","offers":[{"title":"Liner\/Starter","offer_id":42059501731924,"sku":"PX-GRA-7092-1924","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1 Gallon","offer_id":42059501764692,"sku":"PX-GRA-7092-4692","price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0260\/0619\/2212\/files\/Panicumvirgatum_TotemPole_PP29951CPBRAF0000highres.webp?v=1787304374","url":"https:\/\/www.pixiesgardens.com\/products\/prairie-winds-totem-pole-switchgrass","provider":"Pixies Gardens","version":"1.0","type":"link"}