Switchgrass Seed

Switchgrass (Panicum virgatum) seed and plant is a native, warm-season perennial bunchgrass that typically grows 3 to 8 feet tall and is widely used for wildlife cover, erosion control, and forage.

Height & Growth: Reaches anywhere from 3 to 8 feet.

Soil & Climate Adaptability: Thrives in full sun, tolerates poor sandy soils as well as seasonal flooding, and offers exceptional drought resistance and winter hardiness.

Wildlife Value: Provides premier winter bedding cover for wildlife, particularly white-tailed deer and nesting birds.Seed Count: Contains roughly 380,000 to 400,000 seeds per pound.

Planting & Establishment Planting Depth: Sow shallowly at 1/4 inch deep (or 1/8 to 1/4 inch) when drilling or broadcasting.

Seeding Rate: Typically 4 to 6 pure live seed (PLS) pounds per acre for specialized wildlife stands, or up to 8–12 pounds for dense energy/biomass crops.

Timing: Best planted in late fall/winter for natural cold stratification, or in spring once soil temperatures reach a minimum of 60°F.

Establishment Speed: Seedlings start slow and require thorough weed control prior to planting; full establishment can take up to three growing seasons.

You can purchase Switchgrass (Panicum virgatum) Seed online through our store in 5 LBS and 50 LBS quantities.  For larger quantities, please contact us for a quote.