Switch Grass - Rotstrahlbusch, 1 Pack
- Shipping Starts in Late March 2026
- Shipped as Small Starter Plants (2.5" Plugs)
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Panicum virgatum – Rotstrahlbusch
A standout red-foliaged switchgrass cultivar, ‘Rotstrahlbusch’ features upright, narrow green leaves subtly tinged with burgundy from early summer, deepening to brilliant crimson by autumn. Mid-summer brings airy, burgundy-tinged flower panicles that hover above the foliage, turning tan and persisting as attractive seedheads into winter. With a compact, vertical clump habit reaching about 90–120 cm (3–4 ft) in foliage and up to ~150 cm (5 ft) including blooms, it retains a stiff structure without flopping season‑long, creating architectural presence. Hardy across USDA Zones 4–9 and adaptable to a wide range of soils—including clay, wet sites, and salt-prone areas—it’s low-maintenance, drought-tolerant once established, and deer‑resistant.
- 1 - 2.5" Plug
- Green leaves reddening to crimson in fall
- Airy burgundy-tinged panicles aging to tan
- Compact upright form with winter seedhead interest
| Specifications | Details |
|---|---|
| Colour | Green foliage with red tinges; burgundy seedheads aging to tan |
| Hardiness Zone | 4 - 9 |
| Plant Height | ~90–120 cm (3–4 ft); up to ~150 cm (5 ft) in bloom |
| Plant Width | ~75–90 cm (2.5–3 ft) |
| Sun Requirements | Full sun to partial shade |
| Fragrant | No |
| Deer Resistant | Yes (generally resistant) |
| Plant Timing | Warm‑season perennial; emerges late spring |
| Bloom Timing | August - October |
| Plant Depth | Not specified |
| Plant Spacing | ~75–90 cm (30–36 in) apart |
