{"product_id":"panicum-blue-fountain-3-litre-pot","title":"Panicum Blue Fountain 3 Litre Pot","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"78\" data-end=\"170\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"82\" data-end=\"170\"\u003ePanicum 'Blue Fountain' – A Graceful, Vertical Grass with Stunning Blue-Gray Foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"172\" data-end=\"683\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"172\" data-end=\"197\"\u003ePanicum 'Blue Fountain'\u003c\/em\u003e, commonly known as Blue Fountain Switchgrass, is a stunning ornamental grass that brings vertical interest, texture, and striking color to your landscape. Reaching a height of 120-150 cm, this elegant grass is ideal for borders, mass plantings, or as a focal point in the garden. \u003cem data-start=\"526\" data-end=\"543\"\u003e'Blue Fountain'\u003c\/em\u003e features fine, upright foliage that emerges in a unique blue-gray color, adding a cool-toned accent to the garden from spring through fall.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"685\" data-end=\"1085\" class=\"\"\u003eIn late summer, \u003cem data-start=\"701\" data-end=\"726\"\u003ePanicum 'Blue Fountain'\u003c\/em\u003e produces airy, loose flower panicles that add a soft, feathery texture to the plant. These delicate flower clusters turn a soft tan in the fall, providing seasonal interest and a gentle contrast with the blue-gray blades. This drought-tolerant, low-maintenance grass is perfect for adding movement, color, and texture to both formal and naturalistic gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3 data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"1128\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1091\" data-end=\"1128\"\u003eWhy Grow Panicum 'Blue Fountain'?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1130\" data-end=\"1308\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1130\" data-end=\"1160\"\u003eStriking Blue-Gray Foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e – The upright, blue-gray leaves create a unique cool-toned effect in the garden, offering a refreshing contrast to the warmer hues of other plants.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1310\" data-end=\"1528\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1310\" data-end=\"1335\"\u003eVertical Growth Habit\u003c\/strong\u003e – With its graceful, upright form, \u003cem data-start=\"1371\" data-end=\"1388\"\u003e'Blue Fountain'\u003c\/em\u003e adds height and structure to your landscape, making it an excellent choice for creating focal points, filling spaces, or enhancing borders.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1530\" data-end=\"1678\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1530\" data-end=\"1557\"\u003eAesthetic Flower Plumes\u003c\/strong\u003e – In late summer, airy, tan-colored flower panicles develop, softening the plant's form and providing seasonal interest.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1680\" data-end=\"1873\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1680\" data-end=\"1718\"\u003eDrought-Tolerant \u0026amp; Low Maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e – Once established, \u003cem data-start=\"1739\" data-end=\"1756\"\u003e'Blue Fountain'\u003c\/em\u003e is drought-tolerant and requires little maintenance, making it ideal for gardeners seeking a hardy, easy-care grass.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1875\" data-end=\"2032\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1875\" data-end=\"1896\"\u003eAttracts Wildlife\u003c\/strong\u003e – The flowers attract pollinators, such as bees and butterflies, while the plant's seeds provide food for birds in the fall and winter.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3 data-start=\"2034\" data-end=\"2063\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2038\" data-end=\"2063\"\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2065\" data-end=\"2274\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2065\" data-end=\"2078\"\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"2079\" data-end=\"2104\"\u003ePanicum 'Blue Fountain'\u003c\/em\u003e thrives in full sun to partial shade. However, for the best foliage color and flower production, plant it in a location that receives at least 6 hours of sunlight a day.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2276\" data-end=\"2456\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2276\" data-end=\"2285\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers well-drained, moist soil but is adaptable to a variety of soil types, including sandy or clay soils. It performs best in fertile, slightly acidic to neutral soil.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2458\" data-end=\"2708\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2458\" data-end=\"2471\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly when newly planted to help establish strong roots. Once established, \u003cem data-start=\"2557\" data-end=\"2574\"\u003e'Blue Fountain'\u003c\/em\u003e is drought-tolerant and can tolerate periods of dry weather, but occasional watering during dry spells will keep it looking its best.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3 data-start=\"2710\" data-end=\"2730\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2714\" data-end=\"2730\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2732\" data-end=\"2938\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2732\" data-end=\"2743\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/strong\u003e – In late winter or early spring, cut back the previous season’s growth to the ground to make way for fresh, new growth. This helps maintain a neat appearance and encourages vigorous new growth.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2940\" data-end=\"3132\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2940\" data-end=\"2952\"\u003eMulching\u003c\/strong\u003e helps retain moisture and suppress weeds, especially in the first year of growth. Once established, \u003cem data-start=\"3053\" data-end=\"3070\"\u003e'Blue Fountain'\u003c\/em\u003e is fairly low-maintenance and does not require frequent care.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"3134\" data-end=\"3321\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3134\" data-end=\"3149\"\u003eFertilizing\u003c\/strong\u003e is generally unnecessary, as \u003cem data-start=\"3179\" data-end=\"3196\"\u003e'Blue Fountain'\u003c\/em\u003e is fairly low-maintenance. However, a light application of balanced fertilizer in early spring can encourage healthy growth.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3 data-start=\"3323\" data-end=\"3357\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3327\" data-end=\"3357\"\u003ePerfect Plant Combinations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"3359\" data-end=\"3900\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"3359\" data-end=\"3384\"\u003ePanicum 'Blue Fountain'\u003c\/em\u003e pairs beautifully with other ornamental grasses, such as \u003cem data-start=\"3442\" data-end=\"3454\"\u003eMiscanthus\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"3456\" data-end=\"3468\"\u003ePennisetum\u003c\/em\u003e, or \u003cem data-start=\"3473\" data-end=\"3488\"\u003eCalamagrostis\u003c\/em\u003e, for a layered, textural garden design. It also works well with flowering perennials like \u003cem data-start=\"3579\" data-end=\"3590\"\u003eEchinacea\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"3592\" data-end=\"3603\"\u003eRudbeckia\u003c\/em\u003e, or \u003cem data-start=\"3608\" data-end=\"3615\"\u003eAster\u003c\/em\u003e, where its cool-toned foliage contrasts beautifully with the warm blooms of these plants. For a more naturalistic look, combine it with shrubs like \u003cem data-start=\"3764\" data-end=\"3773\"\u003eSpiraea\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem data-start=\"3777\" data-end=\"3785\"\u003eAbelia\u003c\/em\u003e, where the tall, graceful form of \u003cem data-start=\"3820\" data-end=\"3837\"\u003e'Blue Fountain'\u003c\/em\u003e adds movement and height alongside more rounded, bushy shrubs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grasslands Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54180775100742,"sku":"170550","price":7.3,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/7948\/8326\/files\/f16046a7-9213-4bea-8c46-bd07d517121b.jpg?v=1751374621","url":"https:\/\/www.grasslands.co.uk\/products\/panicum-blue-fountain-3-litre-pot","provider":"Grasslands Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}