National Plant Network 3 in. Switch Grass, 32 pk.
Item # 6112077
National Plant Network is pleased to offer the public a rare opportunity to obtain grower quality starter plugs in a bulk format typically reserved for industry professionals. Each tray contains 32 individually rooted 3 inch plugs, providing a cost effective way to tackle large landscaping projects and mass plantings. Switch Grass is a tough, native ornamental grass known for its stiff, upright green foliage and delicate, cloud-like panicles of finely textured flowers that appear in mid summer. It is highly versatile and performs best when used for privacy screening, mass drift plantings, erosion control on slopes, or low maintenance prairie style gardens. Young plants arrive healthy and ready to plant, flourishing quickly with regular watering and sunlight and are an excellent low maintenance solution for anyone looking to achieve professional landscaping results at a fraction of the cost.
- Offer contains (1) grower tray containing 32 individual 3 inch Switch Grass starter plugs
- Mature size 3-6 feet tall and 2-3 feet wide
- Performs best in full sun
- Produces upright, blade-like green foliage that gives rise to delicate, airy, pink-tinged flower panicles in mid to late summer, maturing to a golden yellow color in autumn
- Ideal for affordable mass plantings, privacy screens, erosion control, and low maintenance native prairie gardens
- Thrives in well-draining soil with consistent moisture
- Pet safe, but not intended for consumption
- This product ships year round, please be mindful of active weather when placing orders to avoid temperature related damage
| Brand | National Plant Network |
|---|---|
| Country of Origin | Made in USA |
| Bloom Color | Pink |
| Bloom Season | Summer/fall |
| Botanical Name | Panicum virgatum |
| Container Size | 3 in. |
| Features | Cold hardy in zones 3-9 |
| Flower Fragrance | No |
| Hardiness Zones | 8 (10 to 20 F), 3 (-40 to -30 F), 5 (-20 to -10 F), 4 (-30 to -20 F), 7 (0 to 10 F), 9 (20 to 30 F), 6 (-10 to 0 F) |
| Indoor/Outdoor | Outdoor |
| Mature Height | 6 ft. |
| Mature Width | 3 ft. |
| Maximum Time to Germinate | 0 days |
| Maximum Time to Mature | 3 years |
| Package Quantity | 1 |
| Perennial Type | Switch Grass |
| Pet Friendly | Safe for Cats, Safe for Dogs |
| Plant Container Type | Planter |
| Plant Flower Features | Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Bees, Low Maintenance |
| Planting Depth | 10 in. |
| Product Height | 13 in. |
| Product Length | 23 in. |
| Product Weight | 9 lb. |
| Product Width | 9 in. |
| Recommended Planting Time | Spring |
| Recommended Space Between Plantings | 3 ft. |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
| Warranty | None |
| Watering Requirements | When Soil is Dry |
| Manufacturer Part Number | TSC3390 |