| 1–3 | — | $35.00 ea |
|---|---|---|
| 4-9 | 5% off | $33.25 ea |
| 10-15 | 15% off | $29.75 ea |
| 16-23 | 25% off | $26.25 ea |
| 24+ | 35% off | $22.75 ea |
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Panicum virgatum ‘Hot Rod’
Choose Hot Rod® Switch Grass if you want a compact native grass with earlier red color than most switch grasses; the tradeoff is that it gives seasonal structure, not year-round privacy.
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | A- | The early red foliage gives strong late-season color without needing flowers to carry the display. |
| Growth Rate | A- | It fills in quickly once established, especially in open, sunny planting areas. |
| Maintenance | A- | Plan on one annual cutback and occasional division if the clump gets crowded. |
| Deer Resistance | A- | Deer rarely bother ornamental grasses; the bladed foliage is not a favorite, though hungry deer may nip tender new growth. |
| Small Space Fit | B+ | It stays more compact than many grasses, but it still needs room to read as a clump. |
| Screening Value | C+ | It can soften views in season, but it is not a privacy screen once cut back. |
At PGNE, we'd typically recommend Hot Rod® for sunny native borders, driveway beds, and mixed perennial plantings where color matters more than screening.
| Mature Height | 3.5 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 2.5 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 4a-9a |
| Spacing | 2 ft |
| Sun | Full Sun |
| Moisture | Dry to average |
| Growth Habit | Upright, clumping |
Yes, cut it back in late winter or early spring before new growth starts.
Usually not in leaner soil, but rich or wet sites can make switch grasses looser.
Yes, it is a cultivar of native switch grass.
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SKU:PGNE-42021
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They're very "leggy" right now but that's not unexpected in the fall. Otherwise, they look healthy, and we're looking forward to seeing them next year.
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