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Panicum virgatum ‘Shenandoah’


Red Switch Grass

USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 8.290.300


Switch Grass was an important component of the Tall-grass Prairie that once covered much of the Great Plains. This selection forms an upright clump of green leaves with distinctive red tips appearing by midsummer. Airy heads of tiny reddish flowers appear in August, followed by amazing deep purple-red fall colour. Usually attractive in the garden all winter long. Flowers are good for cutting, fresh or dried. Trim back to the ground in early spring. Clumps are easily divided in spring. Drought tolerant once established.

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Panicum virgatum ‘Shenandoah’

Optimal Growing Conditions

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Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
Blooming Time
Foliage Color
Plant Uses & Characteristics
Flower Head Size
Height
   90-120 cm
   35-47 inches
Spread
   90-120 cm
   35-47 inches
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Panicum virgatum ‘Shenandoah’


Red Switch Grass

USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 8.290.300


Switch Grass was an important component of the Tall-grass Prairie that once covered much of the Great Plains. This selection forms an upright clump of green leaves with distinctive red tips appearing by midsummer. Airy heads of tiny reddish flowers appear in August, followed by amazing deep purple-red fall colour. Usually attractive in the garden all winter long. Flowers are good for cutting, fresh or dried. Trim back to the ground in early spring. Clumps are easily divided in spring. Drought tolerant once established.

Further details for
Panicum virgatum ‘Shenandoah’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
Soil Type
Soil pH
Soil Moisture
Care Level
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
Blooming Time
Foliage Color
Plant Uses & Characteristics
Flower Head Size
Height
   90-120 cm
   35-47 inches
Spread
   90-120 cm
   35-47 inches
Foot Traffic
  

Growth Rate