Switch grass typically begins flowering in late summer, usually in August or September.
switch grass
Panicum virgatum 'Heavy Metal'
Switchgrass (Panicum virgatum 'Heavy Metal') is a native, perennial ornamental grass. This variety is distinguished for its deep blue-grey foliage and striking upright habit. 'Heavy Metal' can reach 5-7 feet tall and produces sprays of open, bronze-tinted, airy flower clusters during the summer months. This grass does best in full sun and moist, well-drained soils. It is a great choice for planting in borders, foundations, meadows, and other naturalized areas in gardens, and is very tolerant of wet soils. Switchgrass is an easy to care for, low maintenance grass and adds season-long interest and texture to the garden. An excellent choice for wildlife gardens.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
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 'Heavy Metal') requires moderate to frequent watering, depending on the seasonal climate. In hot or dry conditions, water weekly or even more frequently. In cooler or more humid months, water every other week. When watering, it's important to drench the roots thoroughly and allow the soil to fully dry out between waterings. Never allow the plant to sit in overly wet soil, as this can lead to root rot. As a general guideline, water around 2 to 3 inches deep, working the water towards the root zone. Finally, avoid overhead watering which can lead to disease, and instead opt for water at the soil level.
sunlight
Switch grass (Panicum virgatum 'Heavy Metal') should receive at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day. Morning sun is ideal as it will help the plant to remain lush and healthy. In general, switch grass performs best in full sun, meaning a minimum of 8 hours of sunlight each day, with at least 6 hours being direct sun.
pruning
Switch grass (Panicum virgatum 'Heavy Metal') should be pruned once a year in late winter, just before the new growth begins. Pruning should be done to remove dead foliage and create a more compact, attractive form. Take care to remove only unsightly or dead foliage; do not cut back into healthy green foliage. A light pruning is all that is necessary, removing less than 1-third of the top growth. Pruning too severely can slow down the plant's growth and reduce flowering.
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 'Heavy Metal' 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 'Heavy Metal' would be August, September, October, and November.
