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Panicum virgatum 'Strictum'

Family Gramineae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   4a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 1.2 - 1.8 m (4 - 6 ft)
Spread 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Panicum virgatum 'Strictum' (tall switch grass) bears faded green blossoms during late summer to mid autumn. The foliage is deep green in colour. A specimen plant, Panicum virgatum 'Strictum' (tall switch grass) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, cut flowers, dried flowers, mass planting, specimen, screening, waterfront and wild flower.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Panicum virgatum 'Strictum' tolerates drought, and has a natural resistance to deer.