Panicum virgatum
'Shenandoah'
Shenandoah Switch Grass
Family |
Paoceae |
Genus |
Panicum |
Species |
virgatum |
Cultivar |
'Shenandoah' |
Category |
Perennials |
USDA Hardiness Zone |
5 - 9 |
Height |
90 - 120 cm |
Spread |
90 - 120 cm |
General Description |
This plant has burgundy, redish foliage. It prefers partly shady areas and moist, sandy to clays soils, however it does tolerate dry soil. |
Landscape |
Works well in borders, meadows and gardens in groups. |
Growth |
Fast |
Notable Specimens |
The A.M. Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada. |