Switchgrass

Panicum virgatum

Plant Details

Type of Plant

Herbaceous Perennial

Mature Size

1-5 ft x 1-4 ft

Sun Requirements

Full sun

Water Needs

Low

Bloom Time

Summer-Fall

Bloom Color

Seedheads

About This Plant

Provides seeds, shelter, and larval habitat.

Wildlife & Habitat

Texas Native

Yes

Wildlife Value

Yes

Monarch Value

No

Larval Host Value

Yes

Wildlife Supported