Panicum virgatum 'Prairie Flame'

Also called Red Switch Grass

Forms a tight upright clump of blue-green foliage
Airy cloud-like pinkish-red panicles rise above the foliage
Leaves turn a dark wine-red and burgundy as the summer progresses
The foliage and flower turn beige-brown for the winter
Bloom Time: Late summer to mid-fall
Flower Height: 150 cm
Foliage Height: 125 cm
Grass Type: Warm Season

ZONE:
4

COLOUR:
Pink, Red

HEIGHT:
125-150 cm

SPREAD:
70-90 cm

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Growing and Maintenance Tips:

This grass grows in a wide variety of soil conditions from wet to average, and is drought tolerant, once established. Grows best in full sun and will flop over if grown in shade or overly rich soils. It should be pruned back to 10 cm above ground level in early spring.

Additional Notes about Prairie Flame Switch Grass:

Warm Season Grasses: These grasses are much slower starting in the spring. They do not push new growth until temperatures warm in early to midsummer. They flower later in the summer or fall with most blooms remaining into the winter. Most warm season grasses tolerate heat, humidity and drought; some even thrive in these conditions.