Switch Grass
Uses:
- Rain Gardens
- Meadows & Prairies
- Livestock Grazing
- Erosion Control
Features:
- Fine Texture
- Airy Seedbeds & Fall color
- Low Maintenance & Adaptable
- Attracts Birds
Sunlight:
- Partial Shade to Full Sun
- At Least 4 Hours of Direct Sunlight
Growing Zones:
- 4-9
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Switch grass, also known as Panicum virgatum, is a medium-sized native grass with several wonderful attributes. It is highly adaptable to a wide range of sites including poor soil, clay, and sand. Its flower plumes appear in mid-summer and mature to airy, reddish-purple seedheads. The fine-textured foliage helps soften landscapes and comes in several colors including blue-green, red-tipped, and bright green. This grass can be used in erosion control, rain gardens, container gardens, and pasture for livestock.