Switchgrass (Panicum Virgatum) - Growing Guide | Neighborbrite

Switchgrass (Panicum Virgatum) - Grasses

Grow conditions

Sunlight

Full-sun

Hardiness zone

4-9

Min. Temperature

−29°F (−34°C)

Soil type

Clay, Loam, Sandy, Well drained, Moist

Soil pH

Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline

Switchgrass

Panicum Virgatum

Grow conditions

Sunlight: Full-sun
Hardiness zone: 4-9
Min. Temperature: −29°F (−34°C)
Soil type: Clay, Loam, Sandy, Well drained, Moist
Soil pH: Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline

Plant traits

Mature height3-5 feet

Mature spread2-3 feet

Plant typeGrasses

Bloom seasonSummer, Fall

Foliage typeDeciduous

Tolerance & safety

Drought tolerant✅Yes

Pet safe—Unknown

Deer resistant✅Yes

Pollinator-friendly—Unknown

Switchgrass (Panicum Virgatum) - Grasses

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