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Heavy Metal Switch Grass

Panicum virgatum 'Heavy Metal'

PAN-HEA

Very vigorous, strong growing perennial grass. Leaves turn a gold orange in autumn. Dense flower clusters in buff, brown masses held above the foliage. Summer foliage is metallic blue.

Max Elevation: 7000

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Product Code Size Reg. Price Sale Price Quantity on Hand Location Last Updated
PAN-HEA2C 02C 69.95 55.96 99 !w 57 } May 9, 2025, 12:09 a.m.

Other Sizes

Product Code Size Reg. Price Sale Price Quantity on Hand Location Last Updated
PAN-HEA1C 01C 32.95 26.36 100 !PergTbl I3§ May 9, 2025, 12:09 a.m.
PAN-HEA5C 05C 99.95 77.99 19 &PergTbl M3} May 9, 2025, 12:09 a.m.
PAN-HEA3C 03C 69.95 55.96 1 #w66D May 9, 2025, 12:09 a.m.

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