Botanical profile
Panicum 'Prairie Fire' (vir.)
Latin name
Panicum 'Prairie Fire' (vir.)
Common name
Autumn fire panicum / Red panicum 'Prairie Fire'
Family
Poaceae
Panicum 'Prairie Fire' offers bluish-green foliage that turns a flamboyant ruby red in late summer. Its semi-upright habit and vaporous blooms make it an asset in naturalistic beds or as a contrast to golden grasses. This grass offers an interesting backdrop for hibiscus 'Kopper King' or 'Midnight Marvel'.
Care guide
Growing conditions
Light, soil, water and hardiness
Hardiness zone
4 to 9 – very rustic and decorative.
Exposure
Sun
Plant appearance
Blooming, foliage and shape
Blooming period
August-September
Flower color
Golden beige
Garden structure
Size and growth
Height
60" (152.5 cm)
Width
36" (91.5 cm)
The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.
