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Switchgrass

Plant Information

Common name: Switchgrass

Scientific name: Panicum virgatum

Water usage: Low to moderate

Sun exposure: Full, part sun

Fire resistant: No

Wildlife: Attracts pollinators, but is at the use of small mammals and birds

Native: Yes

Height: 18 to 60 inches

Spread: 12 to 18 inches

Care information

pH adapatable/variable soil, nice fall color, winter interest.