.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Grass, Panicum virgatum 'Hot Rod' Description Warm-season ornamental grass featuring vibrant red and orange foliage with upright, clump-forming growth. Tolerant of a variety of soil types and thrives in full sun, providing a striking focal point in gardens and landscapes. Suggested Uses Ideal for border plantings, mass landscape displays, erosion control, and low-maintenance gardens. Its vivid color makes it a standout in sunny garden beds and naturalized areas. Plant Details Botanical Name: Grass, Panicum virgatum 'Hot Rod' Common Name: Switchgrass Size & Growth: 3-4 ft tall, 2-3 ft wide, upright Growth Habit Hardiness Zones: 4 to 9 Foliage Type: Deciduous Bloom Time: Late Summer to Fall Growth Rate: Moderate to Fast Light Requirements: Full Sun Attracts Pollinators: Yes Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Non-toxic Fragrant: No Cut Flower: Yes Grows Well With: Other grasses, ornamental plants, perennials Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall in well-drained soil, spaced 24 inches apart. Soil Moisture: Moderate; keep evenly moist but not waterlogged Soil Type: Loamy, Sandy, Well-drained Humidity: Average to Low Pruning Instructions: Cut back in late winter or early spring before new growth Winter Care: Mulch heavily in colder zones; mulch or harvest in colder areas Planting Depth: Cover rhizomes lightly with soil when planting Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring Special Care: Divide every 3-4 years to maintain vigor and promote healthy growth
