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Red Flame Switch Grass (Panicum virgatum 'Red Flame'). Photo Courtesy of Walter's Gardens Inc.
Red Flame Switch Grass (Panicum virgatum 'Red Flame'). Photo Courtesy of Walter's Gardens Inc.
Red Flame Switch Grass (Panicum virgatum 'Red Flame'). Photo Courtesy of Walter's Gardens Inc.
Red Flame Switch Grass (Panicum virgatum 'Red Flame'). Photo Courtesy of Walter's Gardens Inc.
Red Flame Switch Grass (Panicum virgatum 'Red Flame'). Photo Courtesy of Walter's Gardens Inc.
Red Flame Switch Grass (Panicum virgatum 'Red Flame'). Photo Courtesy of Walter's Gardens Inc.

Red Flame Switchgrass

Panicum virgatum 'Red Flame' PP#35213
SKU: HC019160
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Overview
• Panicum virgatum ‘Red Flame’ (Switch Grass) is a native cultivar that brings vibrant color and texture to any landscape
• The foliage of ‘Red Flame’ emerges as a blue-green in the spring, gradually transforming to a rich wine-red by late summer
• This durable warm season grass is cold hardy, drought-tolerant, and can withstand hot and humid conditions
• Drought resistant/drought tolerant plant (xeric)
key features
Botanical Name
Panicum virgatum 'Red Flame' PP#35213
Advantages
Native, Attracts Birds, Deer Resistant, Easy To Grow, Striking Foliage, Autumn Interest, Mass Plantings, Erosion Control
Growing Zones
Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9
Light Requirements
Full Sun
Soil Moisture
Waterwise, Average
Mature Height
36" tall
Mature Spread
24" wide
Bloom Time
Late summer
SKU
HC019156