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Posted 03/22/2023 in Ornamental Grass

Panicum virgatum 'Shenandoah'

The best red foilage of any of the panicum foliage. In early spring, the foliage emerges bluish-green and turns burgundy-red by the summer. A reddish-pink flower blooms by late summer.

Post Details

Latin Name
Panicum virgatum 'Shenandoah'
Common Name
Switch Grass
Planting Zone
Zone 5 Zone 6 Zone 7 Zone 8 Zone 9
Special Interest
Attracts Birds
Bloom Season
Spring
Height
3-4 ft
Spread
3-4 ft
Suggested Uses
Grouping Accent Perennial Border Mass
Potential Pests
No serious problems

Plant Story

The best red foilage of any of the panicum foliage. In early spring, the foliage emerges bluish-green and turns burgundy-red by the summer. A reddish-pink flower blooms by late summer.

Special Care Instructions

Cut back in late winter to early spring. Cultivar features red foliage.

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