Switchgrass
Panicum virgatum
Long-lived warm-season grass that is versatile and beautiful. Seed heads form in July. Bloom color is a light golden brown. Tolerates drought, salt, erosion, dry soil, wet soil, black walnut, and air pollution. Good winter interest. Cut back in early spring. Effective singly and in masses.
Height: 4’ – 6'
Spread: 2’ - 3’
Pot size: 1 qt.
Bloom time: August-October
Light: Full sun, part shade
Moisture: Average, wet, dry
Attracts: Birds
Deer resistance: Yes
Photo: CCE Horticulture Educator, Kristen Ossmann
Panicum virgatum
Long-lived warm-season grass that is versatile and beautiful. Seed heads form in July. Bloom color is a light golden brown. Tolerates drought, salt, erosion, dry soil, wet soil, black walnut, and air pollution. Good winter interest. Cut back in early spring. Effective singly and in masses.
Height: 4’ – 6'
Spread: 2’ - 3’
Pot size: 1 qt.
Bloom time: August-October
Light: Full sun, part shade
Moisture: Average, wet, dry
Attracts: Birds
Deer resistance: Yes
Photo: CCE Horticulture Educator, Kristen Ossmann
Panicum virgatum
Long-lived warm-season grass that is versatile and beautiful. Seed heads form in July. Bloom color is a light golden brown. Tolerates drought, salt, erosion, dry soil, wet soil, black walnut, and air pollution. Good winter interest. Cut back in early spring. Effective singly and in masses.
Height: 4’ – 6'
Spread: 2’ - 3’
Pot size: 1 qt.
Bloom time: August-October
Light: Full sun, part shade
Moisture: Average, wet, dry
Attracts: Birds
Deer resistance: Yes
Photo: CCE Horticulture Educator, Kristen Ossmann