Panicum virgatum 'Prairie Flame'
(Prairie Flame )
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Zone |
4 (-30°F/-34°C)
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Exposure |
Full sun
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Form |
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Foliage Height |
48" (122 cm)
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Width |
36" (91 cm)
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Flower Height |
60" (152 cm)
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Flower Colour |
Airy haze of rosy flowers
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Bloom Time |
August - October
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Watering Needs |
Moderate-Low. Drought tolerant once established
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Soil Preferences |
Prefers a well-drained soil type
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A side by side comparison of Panicum 'Prairie Flame' and Panicum 'Blood Brothers'
This hardy perennial warm season grass emerges with green-blue foliage that progresses from wine-red to burgundy with increasing summer heat. Fine, airy red flowers form a haze above the foliage in late summer. Drought tolerant once established
Airy red flowers form a haze above the foliage
Striking as accent, containers, mass plants, water-wise gardens
