Switchgrass is a warm season native grass…it is a vigorous perennial that can be found growing throughout the United States. Switchgrass is drought resistant, and is used extensively in conservation plantings and wildlife habitat applications. It provides excellent cover for wildlife of all types, and is also excellent for forage and grazing for livestock.~~~ Switchgrass is a warm season native grass…it is a vigorous perennial that can be found growing throughout the United States. Switchgrass is drought resistant, and is used extensively in conservation plantings and wildlife habitat applications. It provides excellent cover for wildlife of all types, and is also excellent for forage and grazing for livestock. Product Information Application or Use: Pasture, Cattle Forage, Livestock Grazing, Food Plot, Conservation Germination Time: 14 - 21 days, under optimal conditions. Allow 3-4 weeks for the unstratified seed to break dormancy and germinate, under optimal conditions. Growing Locations: Warm Season & Transition Zone Height: 3 - 6 feet Sunlight Requirements: 8+ hours, full sun for best results Advantages: Drought resistant; late maturing variety, which lengthens the grazing period. When to Plant: Recommended planting time is spring when nighttime temperatures are consistently 65+ degrees. Product Details Upland type, very drought resistant, adaptable to various soil types Used in prairie restoration plantings, wildlife habitat, and conservation and hunting applications Excellent for habitat and cover for wildlife; also great for forage and grazing Adapted throughout the Midwestern, Eastern, and Southeastern United States Product Information Switchgrass has numerous roots, reaching to 10 ft. deep, as well as underground rhizomes, making it an important grass for use in conservation programs. Switchgrass grows to a height of 3 to 6 ft. tall, depending on the variety. With supplemental irrigation in areas with less than 20 in. of rainfall, Switchgrass is an excellent forage during Summer. It should be protected from grazing until established because of high palatability. *Product packaging may appear different than what is pictured. ~~~
