How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Switchgrass – Complete Guide
Switchgrass, or Panicum virgatum, is a versatile, perennial North American grass. With vibrant green leaves turning gold in fall, it thrives in various soils, enhancing any garden.
Shenandoah Switchgrass (Panicum virgatum ‘Shenandoah’) has vibrant red-tipped foliage, grows 3-4 feet tall, prefers full sun, and is drought-resistant.
Heavy Metal Switchgrass has blue-green foliage turning golden in fall, grows up to 3 feet tall, thrives in full sun, and withstands moisture stress well.
Switchgrass typically thrives in full sun, needing at least six hours of direct sunlight daily for robust growth, vibrant foliage, and healthy seed development.
Water switchgrass when top 2 inches of soil are dry for optimal moisture without waterlogging. Adjust watering based on cultivar needs for healthy growth and foliage.
Switchgrass thrives in well-drained, loamy soil with neutral to slightly acidic pH. Fertilize in early spring for healthy growth, adjusting for different types.