Upright native grass with airy seed heads. Gold and red fall color.
Quick Reference
- Bloom Season
- Aug to Oct
- USDA Zones
- 3-10
- Sun
- Full Sun
- Water
- Low - drought tolerant
- Mature Height
- 3-6'
- Bloom Colors
- PinkRed
♣ Native Species△ Deer Resistant✦ Low Maintenance❄ Winter Interest
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About This Name
Panicum virgatum is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Switchgrass unambiguously. The genus Panicum places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Switchgrass, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Panicum virgatum will give you the most precise results.