Origin
The Panicum virgatum 'Squaw', also known as Red Switch Grass, originally comes from North America. It is a species from the grass family (Poaceae) that naturally occurs in the prairies and open forests of the United States.

Characteristics
Panicum virgatum 'Squaw' is a perennial plant that reaches a height of approximately 1 to 1.5 metres. This elegant type of grass stands out because of its graceful, red-tinted leaves and plumes that appear in the summer. In the autumn, the leaves turn a breathtaking fiery red, making the plant distinctively stand out in the garden landscape.

Care
Panicum virgatum 'Squaw' is a very robust plant that requires little care. This plant prefers well-drained, dry to medium moist soil and full sun. It is recommended to trim away the dead leaf residues in the spring to promote new growth. This plant is resistant to both drought and light frost and, in general, has no problems with diseases or pests.