Panicum virgatum 'Prairie Fire'

Panicum virgatum 'Prairie Fire' is a deciduous perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with blue, green 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, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Panicum virgatum 'Prairie Fire'

Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)

Plant family: poaceae

Foliage: deciduous blue, green and red

Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 4 FT - 5 FT - tall

Flowers: cream blooms in fall and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Panicum virgatum 'Prairie Fire'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b

Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun

Watering frequency: regular

Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt

Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained