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Shenandoah Switch Grass
Panicum virgatum 'Shenandoah'
Pronunciation: PAN-ih-kum vir-GA-tum
SKU #06388
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Fast growing; reaches 4 ft. tall, 2 to 3 ft. wide, in bloom.
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| Description | Prized for its unmatched foliage color, this handsome grass has fast growing green leaves that emerge with red tips in spring, darken through summer, and turn a rich burgundy in fall. Airy reddish pink flowers develop in summer. Use for mass background plantings or in containers. |
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| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Fall Color, Fast Growing, Benefits Birds |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Erosion Control |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Clumping |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
| Design Ideas | Great upright grass for prairie and meadow gardens or for small patches within thematic wild gardens. Add a modern architectural twist by planting in rows and grids. Insert into native plant landscapes as well as traditional xeriscape compositions or plant in mass for a drift of almost year round color. Perfect near water gardens or terraced patios where the breeze causes the airy plumes to sway gracefully. |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Foliage Fall Color | Burgundy |
| Companion Plants | Salvia (Salvia); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum); Tickseed (Coreopsis); Sedum (Sedum); Blanket Flower (Gaillardia) |
| Care Instructions | Easy to grow and adapts to most soil types; prefers semi-moist to wet soils. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Tolerates mild drought, once established. Cut old foliage back and apply a general purpose fertilizer just before new shoots appear in late winter to early spring. |
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| Description | Prized for its unmatched foliage color, this handsome grass has fast growing green leaves that emerge with red tips in spring, darken through summer, and turn a rich burgundy in fall. Airy reddish pink flowers develop in summer. Use for mass background plantings or in containers. |
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| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Fall Color, Fast Growing, Benefits Birds |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Erosion Control |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Clumping |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
|---|---|
| Design Ideas | Great upright grass for prairie and meadow gardens or for small patches within thematic wild gardens. Add a modern architectural twist by planting in rows and grids. Insert into native plant landscapes as well as traditional xeriscape compositions or plant in mass for a drift of almost year round color. Perfect near water gardens or terraced patios where the breeze causes the airy plumes to sway gracefully. |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Foliage Fall Color | Burgundy |
| Companion Plants | Salvia (Salvia); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum); Tickseed (Coreopsis); Sedum (Sedum); Blanket Flower (Gaillardia) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Easy to grow and adapts to most soil types; prefers semi-moist to wet soils. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Tolerates mild drought, once established. Cut old foliage back and apply a general purpose fertilizer just before new shoots appear in late winter to early spring. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Shenandoah Switch Grass produce flowers?
Summer
Is Shenandoah Switch Grass evergreen or deciduous?
Shenandoah Switch Grass is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Shenandoah Switch Grass?
Shenandoah Switch Grass is Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Fall Color, Fast Growing, Benefits Birds.
Is Shenandoah Switch Grass resistant to pests or animals?
Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Erosion Control
How fast does Shenandoah Switch Grass grow?
Shenandoah Switch Grass has a Fast growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Shenandoah Switch Grass?
Shenandoah Switch Grass grows in an Clumping habit.
Where can I use Shenandoah Switch Grass in my landscape?
Shenandoah Switch Grass is suitable for: Border, Container.
How can I use Shenandoah Switch Grass in my garden design?
Great upright grass for prairie and meadow gardens or for small patches within thematic wild gardens. Add a modern architectural twist by planting in rows and grids. Insert into native plant landscapes as well as traditional xeriscape compositions or plant in mass for a drift of almost year round color. Perfect near water gardens or terraced patios where the breeze causes the airy plumes to sway gracefully.
What color are Shenandoah Switch Grass flowers?
Shenandoah Switch Grass produces Red flowers.
What color is the foliage of Shenandoah Switch Grass?
Shenandoah Switch Grass has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Shenandoah Switch Grass?
Good companion plants for Shenandoah Switch Grass include: Salvia (Salvia); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum); Tickseed (Coreopsis); Sedum (Sedum); Blanket Flower (Gaillardia).
How do I care for Shenandoah Switch Grass?
Easy to grow and adapts to most soil types; prefers semi-moist to wet soils. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Tolerates mild drought, once established. Cut old foliage back and apply a general purpose fertilizer just before new shoots appear in late winter to early spring.
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