Switch grass typically begins flowering in late summer, usually in August or September.
switch grass
Panicum virgatum 'Cloud Nine'
Switch grass (Panicum virgatum 'Cloud Nine') is a versatile and attractive ornamental grass. It has graceful, arching blue-green foliage and grows up to 4 ft. tall and wide. In the summer, the plumes are an attractive white-silver color and turn to shades of pink and red to purple in the Autumn. The flowers attract a wide variety of bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. As an added bonus, the dense foliage provides habitat and food for wildlife. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of both drought and flood conditions. Pruning is recommended twice per season to maintain a healthy form and attractive structure. This vigrous grass is ideal for creating a beautiful landscape or garden feature.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Frequent
Propagation:
Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
5 - 9
Flowers:
Pink-tinged Flowers In Summer
Sun:
Full sun
Soil:
Humus rich, Rocky , gravelly , dry, Well-drained
Fruits:
brown,tan Fruits In Autumn Ready In Fall
Leaf:
Yes
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Switch grass (Panicum virgatum 'Cloud Nine') is a native ornamental grass that has profuse light-green foliage and should be grown in full sun to partial shade. Water this plant variety regularly, about once a week during the growing season and every 10-14 days during the winter. About 1” – 1.5" of water should be applied when irrigation is necessary, and deep, infrequent watering is recommended. Avoid overwatering as this can damage or even kill the plant. Mulch around the base of the grass to help the soil retain moisture and prevent weed growth.
sunlight
Switch grass (Panicum virgatum 'Cloud Nine') requires full sun to thrive and produce attractive green foliage with creamy white seed heads. Plants should receive at least 6-8 hours of bright sunlight per day. It is essential for switch grass to have a period of direct sun to ensure proper growth and flowering. In winter, switch grass should still receive some direct sun, although the amount will be less than in the summer months. Sunshine will help the grass to stay healthy. With too little sunlight, the plants may become weakened and more susceptible to disease and pests.
pruning
Switchgrass (Panicum virgatum 'Cloud Nine') should be lightly pruned with a lawnmower to 2-4 inches in the late winter or early spring, before new growth appears. Pruning should be done with caution, as too much pruning could reduce the number of flower heads produced by switchgrass. If more drastic pruning is desired, wait until the end of the flowering season in autumn and cut back only the tips of the blades. When pruning Switchgrass, remember not to cut more than 1-third of the plant’s foliage as this may cause damage.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
Harvest Fruit
Switch grass is typically harvested in late summer or early fall, so the months to start harvesting the fruits from Panicum virgatum 'Cloud Nine' would be August, September, October, and November.
Starts Flowering
Switch grass typically begins flowering in late summer, usually in August or September.
Harvest Fruit
Switch grass is typically harvested in late summer or early fall, so the months to start harvesting the fruits from Panicum virgatum 'Cloud Nine' would be August, September, October, and November.
