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How to Grow 'Green Drops' Ornamental Grass
How to grow Panicum violaceum ('Green Drops') from seed: germination, direct sowing or transplants, harvest and drying, soil and uses.
By Hensley’s Seed Co.
'Green Drops' (Panicum violaceum) - Key Growing Information
DAYS TO GERMINATION:
Seedlings appear in 7–14 days at 65–70°F (18–21°C).
SOWING:
Sowing in place is recommended, 1/8" deep and lightly covered. For transplants, start 4–6 weeks ahead of planting out in 50- to 72-cell flats.
LIGHT PREFERENCE:
Full sun.
PLANT HEIGHT:
Grows about 48–58" tall.
PLANT SPACING:
Space plants 3–12" apart.
HARDINESS ZONES:
Grown as an annual.
STEM LENGTH:
12-58".
VASE LIFE:
About 10–14 days.
HARVEST:
For fresh or dried use, cut while the leaves and stems are still green, whether the seed heads are green or have colored up. To dry, stand stems upright in a container so the heavy heads arch gracefully, or hang them in a dark, airy place.
SOIL REQUIREMENTS:
Average soil with good drainage.
USES:
A superb fresh or dried cut grass for mixed grass plantings and naturalistic gardens.SCIENTIFIC NAME: Panicum violaceum
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