Switchgrass

Verified Florida NativeGrass

Panicum virgatum

Family: Poaceae

Switchgrass (Panicum virgatum) is a Florida native grass. A tall, clumping prairie grass with airy seed heads and excellent fall color. Extremely adaptable and valuable for wildlife, particularly birds seeking seeds and nesting sites. Habitats: Upland, Prairie, Meadow, Wetland. Light: full sun, part

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Native to: Florida

Growth Form: Grass

Bloom Time: Summer, Fall

Light: Full Sun to Partial Shade

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Plant Description

A tall, clumping prairie grass with airy seed heads and excellent fall color. Extremely adaptable and valuable for wildlife, particularly birds seeking seeds and nesting sites.

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Growing Conditions

Sunlight: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Water Needs: Medium
Soil: Sandy, Loamy, Clay
Drought Tolerance: High
Salt Tolerance: Moderate

Size & Growth

Mature Height: 3-6 ft
Mature Width: 2-3 ft
Growth Rate: Fast

Ecological Value

✓Birds
✓Small mammals

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Bloom Season: Summer, Fall

Habitat & Zones

Habitats: UplandPrairieMeadowWetlandUrban
USDA Zones: 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a
Flood Tolerance: Moderate

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