Product description
'Rehbraun' is a superb variety of Switchgrass that forms a neat, upright column of blue-green foliage that begins to take on striking reddish-brown tints at the tips as the season progresses. By late summer, it is crowned with an airy, cloud-like haze of tiny, reddish-purple flower panicles that bring a soft, hazy texture to the landscape.
This ornamental grass is exceptionally tough and drought-tolerant once established, thriving in full sun and well-drained soil. It requires minimal care; simply leave the colourful foliage and airy seed heads standing to provide structure, and cut the whole plant back close to the ground just as new shoots appear.
Please Note: When purchasing plants, please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
Switch Grass
Panicum 'Rehbraun'
Panicum 'Rehbraun'
Product description
'Rehbraun' is a superb variety of Switchgrass that forms a neat, upright column of blue-green foliage that begins to take on striking reddish-brown tints at the tips as the season progresses. By late summer, it is crowned with an airy, cloud-like haze of tiny, reddish-purple flower panicles that bring a soft, hazy texture to the landscape.
This ornamental grass is exceptionally tough and drought-tolerant once established, thriving in full sun and well-drained soil. It requires minimal care; simply leave the colourful foliage and airy seed heads standing to provide structure, and cut the whole plant back close to the ground just as new shoots appear.
Please Note: When purchasing plants, please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
Give your plants the best start
Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
If the vertical column of foliage starts flopping over or splaying open in the center, it means the dirt is too rich or you are giving it too much water; treat the Panicum mean to keep it standing tall.
How to Water
Panicum needs regular water during its first year to establish. Once mature, it is highly drought-tolerant. Water only during prolonged dry spells, as it prefers well-drained soil and can handle "dry feet" easily.
How to Plant
Plant this tough Panicum in a location with excellent, sharp drainage, as it will rot if forced to sit in heavy, wet mud. It is incredibly unfussy about nutrients, so there is no need to add rich compost or fertilizer to the planting hole.
