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Hot Rod Switchgrass

Thrives in a wide range of soils

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Hot Rod Switchgrass

Thrives in a wide range of soils

Striking color transition
Pretty tan flower heads
Drought and poor soil tolerant

Zone 4-10
Height 36 - 48 inches
Flowering Date Late summer to early fall
Ship As 2.5" POT

Availability: Out of Stock

SKU: #60522

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Cannot ship to: AE AK GU HI PR VI

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The foliage grows long, upright and very straight in blue and green hues. Then, as it matures it will take on deeper hues until it's rich in shades of dark maroon. Fantastic vertical interest. From late summer to early fall, you'll also get to enjoy pretty tan flowerheads. As for where to plant Hot Rod, it is best in full sun. If you're planting it for the bold foliage color, that will be where you're going to get the most powerful color development. It is drought tolerant, thriving well in a wide range of soils with the exception of very wet sites. Panicum virgatum 'Hot Rod'

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Botanical Name:
Panicum virgatum 'Hot Rod' PP26074
Height/Habit: 36 - 48 inches
Spread: 18 - 24 inches
Spacing: 18 - 24 inches
Hardiness Zone: 4-10
Flowering Date: Late summer to early fall
Planting Instructions: Set at the same depth they are at in the container. Firm well and water in thoroughly
Winter Care: None
Shipped: 2.5" POT
Growth Rate: Fast once established which takes approximately one growing season
Shipping Season: Spring
Flower Color: Red
Flower Form: Individual flowers small and fluffy, forming long elegant panicles held 12" - 15" above the foliage
Foliage Type: Firmly upright blades
Pruning: None, except to cut back stems In late winter - early spring before new growth starts
Soil Requirement: Well drained, tolerant of a wide range of conditions, except wet soils
Watering Requirement: Average to High Water Needs; water regularly;
Restricted States: AE AK GU HI PR VI

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Plants will be shipped at the proper planting time for your area of the country during the shipping timeframes outlined below:

Zone	Most Dormant Bareroot & Potted Perennials, and Shrubs
2023 Spring Shipping Schedule
3A-3B	5/1/23 - 6/9/23
4A-4B	5/1/23 - 6/9/23
5A	4/10/23 - 6/9/23
5B	3/27/23 - 6/9/23
6A	3/13/23 - 6/9/23
6B	2/27/23 - 6/9/23
7A	2/23/23 - 6/9/23
7B	2/20/23 - 6/9/23
8A	2/16/23 - 5/12/23
8B	2/13/23 - 5/12/23
9A-10B	2/6/23 - 5/12/23
Last Order Date	Zones 3A - 7B: 6/5/23 Zones 8A - 10B: 5/8/23