Schizachyrium scop. 'Wild West' - P9

Description
The silvery flower spikes adorn this grass from summer onwards. In favourable conditions, this hardy grass reaches a height of approx. 1.5 m and grows up to 80 cm wide.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Andropogon scoparium.

Bulletpoints
* Attractive red autumn colouring * attractive flower spikes

Leaves
Attractive red autumn colouring.

Growth habit
Upright.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
Cut back boldly in spring so that the plant grows compactly.

Flower
The silvery flowers appear in spikes from August to October.

Use
Group planting