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Shenandoah Switch Grass (#3)
Shenandoah Switch Grass (#3)
$15.00
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Panicum virgatum 'Shenandoah'
Choose Shenandoah Switch Grass if you want a native grass with red foliage in a sunny bed. The tradeoff: it is more about color and texture than privacy or a tight formal shape.
Buy This If
- You want red summer-to-fall foliage.
- You prefer native ornamental grasses.
- You have a sunny, open spot.
Skip This If
- You need a dense privacy screen.
- You want evergreen winter cover.
- You dislike cutting grasses back.
PGNE Report Card
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | A- | The red leaf color gives it more presence than many green switch grasses. |
| Growth Rate | B+ | It fills in at a useful pace once established but still behaves like a clumping grass. |
| Maintenance | A- | Plan on one annual cutback and otherwise keep it in sun with sensible watering during establishment. |
| Deer Resistance | A- | Deer rarely bother ornamental grasses; the bladed foliage is not a favorite, though hungry deer may nip tender new growth. |
| Small Space Fit | B | Its upright habit helps, but it still needs room to look natural. |
| Screening Value | C | It can soften views but should not be counted on for year-round screening. |
Our Experience
At PGNE, we would typically recommend Shenandoah where the customer wants color from the foliage itself, not just flower plumes. Give it full sun and do not crowd it.
Plant Facts
| Mature Height | 3.5 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 2.5 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 4a-9a |
| Spacing | 2 ft |
| Sun | Full Sun |
| Moisture | Dry to average |
| Growth Habit | Upright, clumping |
Customers Usually Ask
Does it stay red all season?
No, it starts greener and develops stronger red tones as the season moves on.
Do I cut it back?
Yes, cut it back once in late winter or early spring before new growth starts.
Is it good for privacy?
Not by itself; use it for soft screening, color, and movement.
Pro Growers of New England, Inc
SKU:PGNE-42035
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