Switch Grass (Panicum virgatum 'Ruby Ribbons') Genus:  Panicum Panicum Ruby Ribbons’ soft blue-green foliage emerges in the spring on upright, clumping plants. The foliage takes on a wine-red color in early summer, which intensifies as the season progresses. Flower heads appear in late summer, followed by ornamental seed heads, which, if left uncut, provide long-lasting winter interest. Noteworthy Characteristics:  Red, airy seed heads; blue-green foliage turns burgundy-red in mid-summer. Care:  Water regularly, do not overwater. Propagation: 

By dividing the rootball.

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Overview

Height 3 ft. to 6 ft. Spread 1 ft. to 3 ft. Growth Habit Clumps Growth Pace Moderate Grower Light Full Sun to Part Shade Moisture Medium Moisture Maintenance Low Characteristics Showy Foliage, Showy Seed Heads Bloom Time Early Fall, Late Summer Flower Color Red Foliage Color Colorful/Burgundy Foliage Uses Backyard, Beds and Borders, Combinations, Container, Dried Flower, Front Yard, Low-Maintenance, Specimen Plant/Focal Point, Sun, Texture Style Cottage Garden, Meadow Garden, Rock Garden Seasonal Interest Fall Interest Tolerance Deer Tolerant, Drought Tolerant Type Grasses