Panicum virgatum 'Hanse Herms'

Also Known As

Panicum 'Haense Herms'
Red Switch Grass

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

6a-9b

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Panicum virgatum 'Hanse Herms' plant details

Panicum virgatum 'Hanse Herms' is a deciduous perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with blue and red foliage. In fall and summer cream flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Panicum virgatum 'Hanse Herms'

Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: poaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue and red
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: cream blooms in fall and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Panicum virgatum 'Hanse Herms'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

As the foliage of this 3-4' upright clumper becomes Redder and Redder in autumn, it is topped with 1-2' silver seed heads making it resemble ?a fire with smoke rising above the flames.? (J. Greenlee) S/M

By: Forestfarm

The green leaves of summer become a burnished red by August, and turn predominately burgundy in fall. Selected by landscapers for its vivid two-tone show as the foliage colors over a period of time. Inflorescences rise to 4' tall.