Bunchgrass; attractive seedheads and red foliage in late summer and early fall; common component of wetlands in the Southeast; palatable for livestock.

Map Key

Present in state
Present and native in county; not rare
Present and native in county; rare
State or county listed as noxious
Present but introduced in county
Not present in state
Species extirpated (historic)
Present in state; exotic

This map shows the native and introduced (adventive) range of this species. Given appropriate habitat and climate, native plants can be grown outside their range.

Indicator Regions
Northcentral & Northeast:
FACW
Midwest
FACW
Eastern Mountains and Piedmont:
FACW
Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain
FACW
Redtop Panicgrass, Coastal Plain NC Ecotype Planting Information

Planting details can vary based on your region, site conditions, and seed mix. For best results, we recommend reviewing our detailed planting guides. These guides include region-specific timing, site preparation, seeding methods, and tips for establishing native species successfully.

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Details
Species
Redtop Panicgrass, Coastal Plain NC Ecotype
Species Type
Native
Habitat
Wet soils of marshes, alluvial swamps, ditches, low woods.
Life Cycle
Perennial
Bloom Period
Summer/Fall
Typical Height
4.20000
Minimum Root Depth
6
pH
5.00000
-
7.50000
Approx. seeds per lb
797000
Seeding rate per acre in a mix
Up to 7 lb
Truax Seedbox
Fine
Tolerances
Shade
Full Sun
Drought
Low
Salt
Low

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