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CAVE-IN-ROCK
SWITCHGRASS

$106.50 – $1,064.00

The upland switchgrass standard — vigorous, widely adapted, and the variety most often specified for cover and biomass.

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● OUT OF STOCK — CONTACT THE ENID STORE RATE: 4 TO 6 PLS LBS PER ACRE

SUMMARY

Cave-in-Rock switchgrass, a warm season native grass, has an average height of 3-5 feet, but can reach up to 6 feet in some regions. It is highly adaptable to various soils and growing conditions, making it a popular choice for wildlife habitat, pasture, rangeland, and biofuel production.

WIDELY ADAPTED

Performs across a broader latitude range than most varieties.

VIGOROUS GROWTH

Strong stands with reliable establishment for a native.

WILDLIFE COVER

Dense upright growth for nesting and winter escape cover.

BIOMASS

A standard variety for bioenergy and biomass plantings.

EROSION CONTROL

Deep roots stabilize slopes, buffers, and waterways.

CONSERVATION SPEC

Frequently specified in CRP and NRCS plantings.

SLOW ESTABLISHMENT

Two to three seasons to a full stand — manage weeds early.

PLANTING INFORMATION

Planting Rate4 TO 6 PLS LBS PER ACRE

Planting SeasonSpring; Early-Summer; Fall

Plant Depth (in)0.25"

Minimum Soil Temp for Germination60° F

Optimal Soil pH4.5–8

EstablishmentEasy

SEED INFORMATION

Seeds Per Pound400,000

PLANT CHARACTERISTICS

Leaf ColorGreen

Growing CyclePerennial

Sun RequirementFull Sun

Grass TypeFIELD TYPE

NativeYes

ZONE

Regional Growing Zone3; 4; 5; 6; 7; 8; 9

USDA Plant Hardiness Zones2; 3; 4; 5; 6; 7; 8; 9; 10

Temperature ZoneWarm; Cool; Transitional

Taxonomy details not published for this product.

CAVE-IN-ROCK SWITCHGRASS

SUMMARY

WIDELY ADAPTED

VIGOROUS GROWTH

WILDLIFE COVER

BIOMASS

EROSION CONTROL

CONSERVATION SPEC

SLOW ESTABLISHMENT

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