Panicum virgatum 'Shenandoah'
Shenandoah Red Switch Grass
Leaves are green in early summer, taking on dark red tones by July and turning completely wine-colored by fall. Red flowers among the red tips of the foliage.
- Height: 3' – 4'
- Width: 24" – 36"
- Soil Conditions: Moist/Well Drained
- Flower Color: Pink
- Bloom Time: July
- Hardiness Zone: 4 To 9
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Plant Characteristics - Panicum virgatum 'Shenandoah'
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Attributes
- Fall Color
- Drought Tolerant
- Salt Tolerant
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Attracts Wildlife
- Attracts Butterflies
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Critter Resistance
- Deer Resistant
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Plant Habit
- Upright
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Light Conditions
- Sun
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Flower Color
- Pink
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Flower Hue
- Medium
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Flower Type
- Panicle
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Flower Height
- 4' to 6'
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Foliage Color
- Green
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Leaf Texture
- Medium
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Soil Moisture
- Moist/Well Drained
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Prune Time
- April
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Growth Rate
- Average
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Origin
- North America
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Divide
- Every Five Years or Longer
Possible Substitutions for Panicum virgatum 'Shenandoah'
Leersia oryzoides (NGN)
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Matching Attributes
- Height: 3' – 4'
- Plant Habit: Upright
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Matching Attributes
- Height: 3' – 4'
- Plant Habit: Upright
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Matching Attributes
- Height: 3' – 4'
- Plant Habit: Upright