Ruby Ribbons Switch Grass

Show-stopping red foliage in summer

Botanical Name: Panicum virgatum Ruby Ribbons™ 'RR1' PP17,944

Height: 3-5'

Spread: 2-3'

Hardiness Zone: 4-8

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Type
Ornamental Grasses & Sedges

Foliage
Blue, Gray, Red

Season
Blooms in Fall

Light
Sun

Description

The blue-gray foliage of Ruby Ribbons turns fantastically red in midsummer, making this a show-stopping plant, particularly when planted in groups to create colorful sweeps of color in the garden. It prefers a sunny spot with well-drained soil.

'RR1'. PP17944.

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Plant Characteristics

Performance

Great Garden Performance
Reliable Consumer Success
Easy to Grow
Low Maintenance
Multi-Season Interest
Improvement Over Existing Selections
Long Blooming

Special Features

Cool & Unique
Disease Resistant
Pest / Insect Resistant
Heat Tolerant
Cold Tolerant
Salt Tolerant
Fragrant Blooms
Cut / Dried Flowers
Cut Foliage/Stems

Functionality

Small, Urban Yards
Kid & Pet Friendly
Great in Containers
Edible Garden
Privacy Screening
Erosion Control
Wet Areas
Climbing

Wildlife & Environment

Attracts Pollinators
Attracts Butterflies / Hummingbirds
Deer Resistant
Non-Invasive
Low Water Usage / Drought Tolerant
Native / Nativar

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