About

An ornamental grass, reaching 30-150cm, with fountain-like habit. It bears ornamental plumes in red. 'JS Red Frost' is valued in garden settings.

About the genus

Schizachrium are deciduous, perennial grasses with flat, linear leaves, upright growth and narrowly-branched flower sprays

Plant details

Suggested usesBorders, prairie planting

Care notes

CultivationWell-drained soil, full sun
PruningCut back late winter
PropagationDivide in spring
Pest resistancePest-free
Disease resistanceRust possible