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Panicum virgatum Ruby Ribbons, Ruby Ribbons Prairie Switch Grass
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Panicum virgatum Ruby Ribbons, Ruby Ribbons Prairie Switch Grass
Fall Color Panicum virgatum Ruby Ribbons, Ruby Ribbons Prairie Switch Grass
Panicum virgatum Ruby Ribbons, Ruby Ribbons Prairie Switch Grass
Panicum virgatum Ruby Ribbons, Ruby Ribbons Prairie Switch Grass
Panicum virgatum Ruby Ribbons, Ruby Ribbons Prairie Switch Grass
Fall Color Panicum virgatum Ruby Ribbons, Ruby Ribbons Prairie Switch Grass
Fall Color Panicum virgatum Ruby Ribbons, Ruby Ribbons Prairie Switch Grass
Panicum virgatum Ruby Ribbons, Ruby Ribbons Prairie Switch Grass
Panicum virgatum Ruby Ribbons, Ruby Ribbons Prairie Switch Grass
Fall Color Panicum virgatum Ruby Ribbons, Ruby Ribbons Prairie Switch Grass
Fall Color Panicum virgatum Ruby Ribbons, Ruby Ribbons Prairie Switch Grass
Panicum virgatum Ruby Ribbons, Ruby Ribbons Prairie Switch Grass
Panicum virgatum Ruby Ribbons, Ruby Ribbons Prairie Switch Grass
 
Panicum virgatum Ruby Ribbons, Ruby Ribbons Prairie Switch Grass
Fall Color Panicum virgatum Ruby Ribbons, Ruby Ribbons Prairie Switch Grass
Panicum virgatum Ruby Ribbons, Ruby Ribbons Prairie Switch Grass
Fall Color Panicum virgatum Ruby Ribbons, Ruby Ribbons Prairie Switch Grass
Panicum virgatum Ruby Ribbons, Ruby Ribbons Prairie Switch Grass
Panicum virgatum Ruby Ribbons, Ruby Ribbons Prairie Switch Grass
Fall Color Panicum virgatum Ruby Ribbons, Ruby Ribbons Prairie Switch Grass
Panicum virgatum Ruby Ribbons, Ruby Ribbons Prairie Switch Grass
Fall Color Panicum virgatum Ruby Ribbons, Ruby Ribbons Prairie Switch Grass
Panicum virgatum Ruby Ribbons, Ruby Ribbons Prairie Switch Grass
Panicum virgatum Ruby Ribbons, Ruby Ribbons Prairie Switch Grass
Panicum virgatum Ruby Ribbons, Ruby Ribbons Prairie Switch Grass
Fall Color Panicum virgatum Ruby Ribbons, Ruby Ribbons Prairie Switch Grass
Fall Color Panicum virgatum Ruby Ribbons, Ruby Ribbons Prairie Switch Grass
Panicum virgatum Ruby Ribbons, Ruby Ribbons Prairie Switch Grass
Panicum virgatum Ruby Ribbons, Ruby Ribbons Prairie Switch Grass
Fall Color Panicum virgatum Ruby Ribbons, Ruby Ribbons Prairie Switch Grass
Fall Color Panicum virgatum Ruby Ribbons, Ruby Ribbons Prairie Switch Grass
Panicum virgatum Ruby Ribbons, Ruby Ribbons Prairie Switch Grass
Panicum virgatum Ruby Ribbons, Ruby Ribbons Prairie Switch Grass
 
Panicum virgatum Ruby Ribbons, Ruby Ribbons Prairie Switch Grass
Fall Color Panicum virgatum Ruby Ribbons, Ruby Ribbons Prairie Switch Grass
Panicum virgatum Ruby Ribbons, Ruby Ribbons Prairie Switch Grass
Fall Color Panicum virgatum Ruby Ribbons, Ruby Ribbons Prairie Switch Grass
Panicum virgatum Ruby Ribbons, Ruby Ribbons Prairie Switch Grass
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Ruby Ribbons® Prairie Switchgrass

Panicum virgatum RR1 PP#17,944
label
SKU: HC014188
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Overview
Panicum virgatum 'Ruby Ribbons' PP#17,944 (Ruby Ribbons Prairie Switch Grass) is an outstanding native, compact growing, ornamental grass that develops showy burgundy-red foliage in late summer and early fall.
key features
Botanical Name
Panicum virgatum RR1 PP#17,944
Growing Zones
Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8
Hardiness Zone
Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8
Advantages
Native, Deer Resistant
Soil Moisture
Average
Light Requirements
Full Sun
Mature Height
42-48" tall
Bloom Time
Mid to late summer
SKU
HC016182

Description

42-48" tall x 24-30" wide. Panicum virgatum 'Ruby Ribbons' PP# 17,944 (Ruby Ribbons Prairie Switch Grass) emerges in spring with soft blue-green foliage. A selection of Panicum virgatum, it blooms in late summer with airy sprays of red flowers. As summer progresses, it develops showy burgundy-red foliage that intensifies by fall. A very easy-to-grow perennial, it thrives in a wide range of soil types and moisture levels. It's an excellent selection for use in a rain garden too.

Flat of 9 plants will cover 18-24 square feet when planted together

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