- Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 7 - 8 Feet
- Mature Spread 7 - 8 Feet
- Growing Zones 4 - 9
Thundercloud switchgrass is a giant, native perennial grass that will prove its worth soon after planting. Its blue and green foliage provides a subtle backdrop of color to the landscape. It produces pink and tan ornamental flowerheads in late summer. True to its name, this perennial grass stands tall and proud within any landscape.
What could be a dramatic addition to a container, adds an equally dramatic effect in the landscape due to height. The impacts of this grass are far more than aesthetic, as its native nature makes it an asset. Not only does it create a protective habitat for wildlife, but it provides a winter source of food for wild birds.
Thundercloud Switchgrass Care
This native grass is hardy in zones four through nine. This grass grows quickly and easily in full sun. It’s generally low maintenance in nature. In addition, this plant is drought tolerant once established and deer resistant.
At the end of winter, before the growing season begins it would be beneficial to cut this grass to the ground. It should be left up during the majority of the winter, however, due to the cold protection it can provide for birds.
Thundercloud Switchgrass Spacing
This grass grows quite quickly, and can reach seven to eight feet in height. It should be spread two to three feet apart.
Thundercloud Switchgrass Information
USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 - 9 |
Plant Type: |
Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
Mature Height: 7 - 8 Feet |
Mature Spread: 2 - 3 Feet |
Spacing: 2 - 3 Feet |
Habit: Clumping, Upright |
Flower Color(s): Brown |
Flower Description: Tan |
Bloom Period: |
Foliage Type: Herbaceous |
Foliage Color(s): Green |
Foliage Description: |
Seasonal Interest: Summer Flowering, Fall Flowering |
Watering: Average |
Resists: Deer |
Tolerates: Drought |
Attracts: Birds |
Container Role: |
Uses: Borders, Erosion Control, Mass Planting, Wildlife Gardens |
Features: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flowers, Foliage Interest, Low Maintenance, Native to North America |
Brand: American Beauties Native Plants |
Common Name: Thundercloud Swich Grass |
Other Name(s): |
Scientific Name: PANICUM VIRGATUM `THUNDERCLOUD` |
- SKU:
- 1231008683-pc
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Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.
It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.