New and improved Switchgrass Chippewa is a new late season variety of upland switchgrass with genetics tracing back to Cave-in-rock. Very tall height and high yield potential – likely to reach 7′ tall along the I-35 states, and up to a foot taller moving east to Wisconsin and beyond. RC Chippewa is very similar genetics to RC Big Rock, but is 4-6″ shorter and about 1 week earlier maturing. Genetically improved for fast establishment, upright growth habit and increased height, making it an ideal choice for high quality habitat for deer. Provides a better wintering habitat for pheasants and quail than Cave-in-Rock; very good standing switchgrass and resistant to lodging. Large seeded variety selected for reduced seed dormancy, increased seed weight and increased seedling vigor. Well adapted to drill-seeding. Can be frost seeded, but may be risky on sandy soil. Excellent winter hardiness (Zone 4A) for a late season variety Like Cave-in-Rock it grows well on diverse soil types and has a wide regional adaptation to states in the mid-west and northeast regions (Wisconsin, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, New York and Pennsylvania). A multi-purpose grass variety suited for forage, biomass, soil conservation and wildlife habitat applications. Best adapted to regions that receive on average greater than 26″ of average annual precipitation For regions that receive 26-30″ consider a blend of RC Tecumseh and RC Chippewa For regions that receive more than 30″ use RC Chippewa or RC Big Rock For regions that receive less than 26″ use RC Tecumseh Seeding rate is 8-10 pounds per acre broadcast for screening, 7-8 pounds per acre drilled for screening. Bedding areas can be 6-7 pounds broadcast and 5-6 pounds drilled. The final design of a bedding are will determine the pounds per acre need. $81.35 per 5 pound bag
