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RedCrocus Torch-colored Switchgrass Plant | Vibrant Ornamental Grass for Gardens, Borders & Erosion Control | Zone 4-9 | Deer & Pet Safe 1 Gallon (Pack of 2)

RedCrocus Torch-colored Switchgrass Plant | Vibrant Ornamental Grass for Gardens, Borders & Erosion Control | Zone 4-9 | Deer & Pet Safe 1 Gallon (Pack of 2)

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SKU:gr1g0198-redcrocus

Pot Size

Grass, Panicum virgatum 'Hot Rod'

Description

Warm-season ornamental grass featuring vibrant red and orange foliage with upright, clump-forming growth. Tolerant of a variety of soil types and thrives in full sun, providing a striking focal point in gardens and landscapes.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for border plantings, mass landscape displays, erosion control, and low-maintenance gardens. Its vivid color makes it a standout in sunny garden beds and naturalized areas.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Icon Botanical Name: Grass, Panicum virgatum 'Hot Rod'
  • Common Name Icon Common Name: Switchgrass
  • Size & Growth Icon Size & Growth: 3-4 ft tall, 2-3 ft wide, upright Growth Habit
  • Hardiness Zones Icon Hardiness Zones: 4 to 9
  • Foliage Type Icon Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time Icon Bloom Time: Late Summer to Fall
  • Growth Rate Icon Growth Rate: Moderate to Fast
  • Light Requirements Icon Light Requirements: Full Sun
  • Attracts Pollinators Icon Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly Icon Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Icon Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Icon Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Icon Pet Warning: Non-toxic
  • Fragrant Icon Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Icon Cut Flower: Yes
  • Grows Well With Icon Grows Well With: Other grasses, ornamental plants, perennials

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Icon Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall in well-drained soil, spaced 24 inches apart.
  • Soil Moisture Icon Soil Moisture: Moderate; keep evenly moist but not waterlogged
  • Soil Type Icon Soil Type: Loamy, Sandy, Well-drained
  • Humidity Icon Humidity: Average to Low
  • Pruning Instructions Icon Pruning Instructions: Cut back in late winter or early spring before new growth
  • Winter Care Icon Winter Care: Mulch heavily in colder zones; mulch or harvest in colder areas
  • Planting Depth Icon Planting Depth: Cover rhizomes lightly with soil when planting
  • Fertilization Icon Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring
  • Special Care Icon Special Care: Divide every 3-4 years to maintain vigor and promote healthy growth
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