A perennial Grass emerging blue-green and maturing to green and maroon. Adaptable to a variety of soils. Reddish purple seed heads are loved by birds. Cut back in late winter or early spring before new growth appears. 3 -4′
Botanical Name- Panicum v Hot Rod Pronunciation- PAN-ih-kum vee Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- Mature Height- Sun Exposure- Full Sun Soil Preferences- Average Current Size- 1 Bloom Color- Inconspicuous Bloom Time- Late summer Companion Plants- Purple Coneflower ‘Magnus’ – prairie combo, bold color Fauna Attracted- Seed-eating birds (sparrows), cover for beneficial insects Plant Habit- Grass
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – PP45 Yearly Care Instructions- Cut back old stems in late winter; prefers well-drained soil and moderate watering. Trimming Instructions- Cut back to the ground in late winter before new growth emerges. Fertilization Instructions- Use a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in spring; moderate feeding need. Loosen clay soil and avoid heavy irrigation to keep plants upright. Fertilizer Recommendation- Plant-tone Possible Issues- Rust, smut
