Switchgrass is a clump-forming garden grass that grows up to 6 feet tall. It is native to North America and thrives in zones 5-9. Grown naturally, it adds texture and movement to any landscape.
Switchgrass-Clump-Forming
Switchgrass-clump-forming is a type of switchgrass (Panicum virgatum) that grows in clumps rather than spreading rhizomes. This makes it a good choice for gardens and landscapes where space is limited or where you don't want the grass to spread uncontrollably.
Switchgrass-clump-forming is a native perennial grass that is native to North America. It is a warm-season grass, which means that it grows best during the summer months. Switchgrass-clump-forming can grow up to 6 feet tall and 3 feet wide. It has narrow, green leaves that turn a golden yellow in the fall. The flowers of switchgrass-clump-forming are small and inconspicuous, but they produce an abundance of seeds that attract birds and other wildlife.
Switchgrass-clump-forming is a relatively low-maintenance grass. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. However, it can tolerate a wide range of soil types and pH levels. Switchgrass-clump-forming is also quite drought-tolerant once established.
Here are some tips for growing switchgrass-clump-forming:
- Choose a sunny spot with well-drained soil.
- Plant the grass in the spring or fall.
- Water the grass regularly, especially during the first year after planting.
- Fertilize the grass in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
- Mulch around the grass to help retain moisture and suppress weeds.
- Prune the grass in the late winter or early spring to remove dead or damaged leaves and stems.
Switchgrass-clump-forming is a beautiful and versatile grass that can add a touch of elegance to any garden or landscape. It is also a valuable source of food and wildlife habitat.
Here are some creative ideas for using switchgrass-clump-forming:
- Plant switchgrass-clump-forming as a specimen plant in your yard or garden.
- Plant a row of switchgrass-clump-forming to create a privacy screen or windbreak.
- Plant switchgrass-clump-forming in a container on your patio or deck.
- Use switchgrass-clump-forming to create a border around your garden or flower bed.
- Use switchgrass-clump-forming to create a natural meadow in your yard.
- Use switchgrass-clump-forming to create a wildlife habitat in your yard.
No matter how you choose to use it, switchgrass-clump-forming is a beautiful and beneficial grass that can add value and enjoyment to your landscape.
Note: The plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plant are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves - looking dead and dry - very normal. They will flush out in spring.
We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.
Growing Zones: 4-11
| Mature Height: | 3 to 6 Feet |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun to partial Sun |
| Mature width: | 3 Feet |
| Botanical Name: | Panicum virgatum |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
