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Ornamental Grass·Ornamental Grasses·Poolside/Water-Tolerant
Switchgrass
Panicum virgatum
SC NativeLow Maintenance
🌱 Growing Conditions
Sun RequirementsFull Sun to Part Shade
Water NeedsModerate (adapts wet)
Soil PreferencesTolerates clay, moist to wet
Mature Size3-6' x 2-3'
🍂 Seasonal Interest
Bloom Time & ColorJul-Feb; pink-tinged panicles
Fall ColorYellow/orange tints
Wildlife ValueBird seed in winter
🏡 Landscape Notes
Landscape UseScreens, rain gardens, meadows
Special Features
Native, rain garden grass, strong vertical
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