Panicum rigidulum stipatum (Red-Top)

Panicum rigidulum stipatum, commonly known as Red-Top, is a perennial grass that is native to North America. It forms dense clumps of upright stems that can reach a height of 3-5 feet. The grass features narrow, slightly arching leaves and produces showy, purplish-red flower spikes in late summer. Red-Top is often used for erosion control and landscaping purposes due to its ability to tolerate a variety of soil types and full sun exposure.