Description
Shenandoah Switch Grass is a native, ornamental grass that offers year-round interest for Massachusetts gardeners. This compact selection features upright clumps of green foliage that turn purple by late summer. In fall, the deepening color intensifies, creating a bold accent in borders and native plantings.
Tough and adaptable, Shenandoah Switch Grass thrives in full sun to part shade and tolerates a variety of soils, including dry and sandy conditions. Shenandoah Switch Grass is drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, making it an excellent choice for sustainable landscapes in Massachusetts.
Each plant comes in a #3 (3 gallon) growers container. The image shown represents an example of what you may receive. Please note that the height, shape, and fullness of each plant may vary due to natural growth patterns. Rest assured, we will select the healthiest and most vibrant plant for you.
*This plant may not be in bloom at the time of purchase. Whether pre- or post-bloom, rest assured it’s healthy—just not at its showiest.
Plant Specs:
Botanical Name: Panicum virgatum 'Shenandoah'
Color: green, red
Light: full sun – part sun
Watering: around once a week
Soil: well draining, moist
Zone: 4 – 8
Plant Shape: mounding
Plant Type: perennial grass
Mature Size: height (30″ – 48″), width (36″)
Blooming Season: late summer – mid fall
Growth Rate: medium
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