Switchgrass
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Botanical Name
Panicum virgatum
Plant Type
Grasses (Ornamental & Prairie)
Plant Height Min
6ft
Plant Height Max
6ft
Light
Sun/Part Shade
Seasonal Interest From
Fall
Seasonal Feature
Foliage
Plant Color
Red
Plant Spread Min
4ft
Plant Spread Max
4ft
Water Needs
Medium
Seasonal Interest To
Fall
Evergreen/Deciduous
Deciduous
Zilker Only
N/A
Comments
Upright, habit; tall seed heads in fall; usually has a reddish tint; prefers moist areas; prairie plant appropriate in mass plantings in meadow, natural areas or wetlands; reseeds; cut back to 8" height in winter prior to new spring growth; numerous cultivars available