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Ruby Ribbons® Prairie Switchgrass

Panicum virgatum 'RR1' PP#17944

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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.

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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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key features

Advantages
  • Native
  • Deer Resistant
Light Requirements
  • Full Sun
Bloom Time
Mid to late summer

Additional information

Planting Time
  • Spring / Summer
Soil Moisture
  • Average
Water Tolerance
Low-Water
Soil Type
  • Average Soil
  • Clay Soil
  • Well-Drained Soil
  • Low Fertility Soil
  • Compost Enriched Garden Loam Soil
  • Sandy Soil
Mature Height
42-48" tall
Mature Spread
24-30" wide
Growing Zones
  • Zone 4
  • Zone 5
  • Zone 6
  • Zone 7
  • Zone 8
Ideal Region
  • Anywhere In The US
  • Midwest
  • Southwest
  • West
  • Pacific Northwest
Native To
North America
Neonicotinoid Free
Yes
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