First Summer After Planting
First Summer After Planting
Switchgrass stands normally appear to be excessively weedy during the first summer, but frequently turn out to be a success. Large broadleaf weeds such as pigweed can be managed by mowing in mid to late summer. Sometimes, herbicides may be helpful in controlling certain weed problems.
A switchgrass stand during the
establishment year. This type of weed pressure is not uncommon in
seedling switchgrass stands.
With good management and a little luck, it is possible to have a fully productive switchgrass stand in one year.
