Panicum virgatum 'Red Flame'
Red Flame Red Switch Grass
- Good for beginners
- Colorful foliage
- Tolerant of drought and wind
- Category: Ornamental Grass
- Patent: PP35213
- Hardiness Zone: 4-9
- Height: 3-4 ft
- Spread: 1-2 ft
- Bloom Color: Purple Shades, Red Shades
- Foliage Color: Blue Shades, Green Shades, Yellow Shades
A great upright grower with blue foliage that transitions to yellow in the fall. Purple-red flowers cluster along the top part of the plant.
Maintenance and Care
| • | Drought Tolerant |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Late Summer |
Habit
| • | Upright |
Soil Moisture
| • | Average Water |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Panicum virgatum 'Red Flame'
Easy to grow in average, medium to wet soils. It will even tolerate dry soil once established. Full sun to light shade is best.