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Switchgrass (Panicum virgatum)
Warm season bunch grass for beach or mesic meadow, a favorite of birds for wild fall seed harvesting. Provides wildlife cover.
Summary
Classification: herbaceous perennial
Characteristics: warm season bunch grass
Habitat: local variety suited for coastal shorelines; and open fields
Wildlife Benefit: provides cover and fall and winter seed source
Bloom Period: August-September
Height: 4-6 ft
Tolerances: full sun
Characteristics: warm season bunch grass
Habitat: local variety suited for coastal shorelines; and open fields
Wildlife Benefit: provides cover and fall and winter seed source
Bloom Period: August-September
Height: 4-6 ft
Tolerances: full sun
