Blooming Junction Switchgrass Shenandoah
Best ornamental grass for low maintenance garden enthusiasts.
This ornamental grass offers a stunning seasonal color show, shifting from green to deep burgundy-red. It's a low-maintenance, native option that thrives in full sun and is both drought-tolerant and deer-resistant. Perfect for adding texture and dynamic color to borders or containers with minimal fuss.
$11.89
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking dynamic, long-lasting color in their landscape
- Busy homeowners desiring resilient, easy-to-grow plants for their garden
- Environmentally conscious gardeners wanting to support local wildlife
Who should skip it
- Impatient gardeners expecting early spring foliage and rapid growth
- Gardeners with shady spots or very fertile, consistently wet garden beds
- Homeowners desiring year-round green foliage or evergreen garden elements
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Panicum virgatum ‘Shenandoah’
Common Name
Shenandoah Switchgrass
Plant Type
Ornamental Grass
Growth Habit
Upright
Mature Size
2-4 feet tall and wide
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Soil Type
Adaptable to various soils, prefers well-drained
Water Needs
Medium, drought-tolerant once established
Bloom Time
Late Summer
Flower Color
Red plumes
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