About

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

About the genus

Setaria can be annual or perennial grasses, with linear to elliptic leaves and small flowers in a panicle, the spikelets with a tuft of conspicuous bristles

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