Prairie Winds® Niagara Falls Switch Grass (Panicum virgatum ‘Niagara Falls’) – Proven Winners®

Prairie Winds® Niagara Falls Switch Grass is a Proven Winners® selection known for its graceful, arching habit and fine-textured foliage. This cultivar of Panicum virgatum, a native North American prairie grass, was selected for its softer, more flowing form compared to more upright switch grass varieties.

This warm-season, clump-forming ornamental grass produces narrow green blades that form a cascading, fountain-like shape. In late summer, airy flower panicles emerge above the foliage, adding movement and visual interest. The foliage often transitions to soft yellow tones in fall and can persist into winter, providing extended seasonal appeal.

Niagara Falls is well-suited for naturalized plantings, prairie-style gardens, and mixed borders where a softer texture is desired. It works effectively in both mass plantings and as a standalone accent, offering contrast against more rigid or structural plants.