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Panicum virgatum 'Red Flame'

Switch Grass


Photo courtesy of Prides Corner Farms

  • Foliage emerges blue-green
  • Compact, narrow upright habit
  • Finely textured pink flowers in summer
  • Fall foliage is deep red
Border or Bed
Border or Bed
Container
Container
Drought Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Great Foliage
Great Foliage
Low Maintenance
Low Maintenance
Native
Native
Salt Tolerant
Salt Tolerant



Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Panicum is a native grass.  Easy to grow in in soil type.  Drought tolerant once established.  Grows best in full sun, but will tolerate light shade.  Wind and salt tolerant, making it a good choice for the road or seaside.


Height: 3-4 ft
Spread: 1-2 ft
Price Level 1: $29.99~#2
Bloom Color:
Zone: 4-9
 

Additional Characteristics & Attributes:


Attributes:

  • Container
  • Native
  • Drought Tolerant
  • Salt Tolerant
  • Great Foliage
  • Border or Bed
  • Low Maintenance

Critter Resistance:

  • Deer Resistant

Exposure:

  • Full Sun

Habit:

  • Upright

Foliage Color:

  • Blue
  • Red
  • Green

Season of Interest (Flowering):

  • Summer

Season of Interest (Foliage):

  • Fall
  • Summer

Soil Moisture:

  • Average Water
  • Moist, Well-Drained
  • Dry Soil