Panicum virgatum ‘Rotstrahlbusch’
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Panicum virgatum Rotstrahlbusch forms upright clumps that turn flame red in fall, with airy pink-tinged panicles and tan winter structure for sunny prairie beds.
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Description
Panicum virgatum Rotstrahlbusch rises in dense upright clumps, then colors from green through flame red while airy pink-to-reddish panicles hover above the foliage.
At about 3 to 5 feet tall and 2 to 3 feet wide, it brings strong fall color and persistent winter structure to sunny borders, prairie drifts, rain gardens, and containers. Full sun and well-drained soil support the strongest form; excess shade, moisture, or fertility can make stems flop. Leave the dry stems standing through winter, then cut the clump to ground level before spring growth starts.
Additional information
| Height | 100 cm – 150 cm |
|---|---|
| Spread | 50 cm – 100 cm |
| Flowering months | August, September |
| Synonyms | Panicum virgatum 'Hanse Herms', Panicum virgatum 'Rotstrahlbusch' |
| Family | Poaceae |
| Propagation | Divide established clumps in spring before vigorous new growth begins. |
| Pests | Pests are generally not a problem, though aphids and spittlebugs may occur. |
| Diseases | Diseases are generally not a problem, though leaf spot may occur. |
| Pruning | Cut the clump to ground level in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. |
| Hazardous | yes |
| Variegated | unknown |
| Watering instructions | Keep soil moist while establishing, then water during extended dry spells. |
| Sunlight instructions | Use full sun for the strongest upright habit and autumn color. |
| Color flower autumn | Red, Brown, Cream |
| Color flower summer | Red, Brown, Pink |
| Aspect | East, South, West |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Habit | Clump-former, Tufted |
| Moisture | Moist but Well Drained |
| Ph | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Position | Full sun, Partial shade |
| Shape | Mound-forming, Upright |
| Suggest planting location | Flowering borders, Patio and container use, Cottage and informal gardens, Prairie style planting, Rain Garden |
| Type | Grass |
| Use for | Bird-Friendly, Low maintenance, Erosion Control |
| Years to max height | 2 |
| Drought resistance | yes |
| Soil | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Local names | Red Rays Switch Grass, Red Switchgrass, Switchgrass, Switch Grass, Rutenhirse 'Rotstrahlbusch' |
| Blomidon Item No | MO23021300, Z1PANVIR0001G |