Panicum virgatum ‘Samurai’

Red Switch Grass

USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 8.290.500

Another Canadian introduction, this Switch Grass develops outstanding foliage colour. It forms an upright, slightly vase-shaped mound of blue-green leaves, the tips developing red tones by midsummer that get better through the autumn. Foliage is somewhat more blue than P. ‘Blood Brothers'. Sprays of small reddish flowers develop into tan seedhead by late fall. Remains sturdy and attractive well into winter. Great in a sunny border.

Further details for
Panicum virgatum ‘Samurai’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
Full Sun

Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy or
  Clay

Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid

Soil Moisture
  Average or
  Dry or
  Moist

Care Level
Easy

Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
Red

Blooming Time
  Late Summer
  Early Fall
  Mid Fall

Foliage Color
  Blue
  Deep Green
  Red
  Variegated

Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Attracts Butterflies
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Dried Flower
  Drought Tolerant
  Massed
  Specimen
  Waterside
  Wild Flower

Flower Head Size
Medium

Height
120-150 cm
47-59 inches

Spread
80-90 cm
31-35 inches

Foot Traffic
None

Growth Rate
Medium