Product description
Panicum virgatum Shenandoah is a deciduous, perennial grass, perfect for adding texture and colour to gardens. Slender leaves are blue-green in colour from spring until summer, before turning shades of burgundy and purple. As the foliage changes colour towards the end of summer, masses of tiny, reddish purple flowers bloom in airy clusters on the end of stems.
Plant Panicum virgatum Shenandoah in moist, well-drained chalky, loamy or sandy soil in a sunny spot in the garden. In spring, pruning back any dead foliage and flowers will encourage growth for the coming season. A perfect plant for adding to beds and borders, or mass planting for a beautiful, colourful display of foliage and flowers.
Please Note: When purchasing plants please consider that each live item is unique and may, therefore, differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. This plant will be supplied in a growers pot.
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Panicum 'Shenandoah'
Panicum 'Shenandoah'
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Product description
Panicum virgatum Shenandoah is a deciduous, perennial grass, perfect for adding texture and colour to gardens. Slender leaves are blue-green in colour from spring until summer, before turning shades of burgundy and purple. As the foliage changes colour towards the end of summer, masses of tiny, reddish purple flowers bloom in airy clusters on the end of stems.
Plant Panicum virgatum Shenandoah in moist, well-drained chalky, loamy or sandy soil in a sunny spot in the garden. In spring, pruning back any dead foliage and flowers will encourage growth for the coming season. A perfect plant for adding to beds and borders, or mass planting for a beautiful, colourful display of foliage and flowers.
Please Note: When purchasing plants please consider that each live item is unique and may, therefore, differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. This plant will be supplied in a growers pot.
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Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Cut back Panicum in late winter to make way for fresh growth and maintain a tidy appearance.
How to Water
Water thoroughly after planting to establish roots. Once established, water during prolonged dry periods, as Panicum is drought-tolerant and thrives with minimal moisture in most conditions.
How to Plant
Plant Panicum in well-drained soil and a sunny location. Dig a hole twice the size of the root ball, place the plant at the same depth as in its container, and fill with soil. Space plants 60-90cm apart for proper air circulation. Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
