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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 30 days

Germination: Broadcast, drill or hydroseed on prepared seed bed.

Other: can be fall sown without stratification.

Native to: Eastern United States, United States

Native

Introduced

Panicum clandestinumPanicum clandestinum

Deertongue

Seeding rate is 3 lbs per acer or less.

In Stock: 3.34 lb (Total:3.34lb)

Panicum clandestinum

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Germination:

87%

Germination test:

Actual

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

236,511

Quantity:

3.34 lb

Collected in:

Pennsylvania

Crop year:

2025

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1837523

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 30 days

Germination: Broadcast, drill or hydroseed on prepared seed bed.

Other: can be fall sown without stratification.

Native to: Eastern United States, United States

Native

Introduced

Discover the natural elegance of Panicum clandestinum, commonly known as Deer-tongue Grass, a native ornamental perennial that graces partly sunny, moist woodland areas. This versatile warm-season grass, reaching up to 3 feet in height, features distinctive broad, tongue-shaped leaves that create lush groundcover. Well-suited to a variety of soil types from sandy to clay, Deer-tongue Grass excels in both dry and wet conditions, making it an invaluable choice for restoration and conservation projects.

Adaptable and durable, Panicum clandestinum thrives in partial sun and moist, sandy soils, demonstrating high drought tolerance. Its fibrous root system provides excellent erosion control, effectively stabilizing streambanks and reclaiming mine spoils and pipelines through wooded areas. This grass' remarkable resilience allows it to establish quickly in poor or disturbed soils, offering reliable protection against erosion and supporting ecological restoration.

Aiding reforestation efforts and enhancing riparian buffers and roadside plantings, Deer-tongue Grass also provides habitat for pollinators and a food source for grazing wildlife. Its ability to spread aggressively under ideal conditions ensures effective reclamation of disturbed areas, seamlessly integrating into landscapes while promoting ecological balance. Experience the beauty and ecological benefits of Deer-tongue Grass in your next landscaping or restoration project, and witness the transformation of your environment with this remarkable grass.