Maidencane
Panicum hemitomon
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part sun
Water
high
Size
24"–60" H × 12"–36" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Native to
AL, DE, FL, GA and 9 more states
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Maidencane is a tall native grass that thrives in wet conditions and boggy areas. It produces delicate seed heads from summer through fall and forms spreading colonies over time. This grass is best suited for rain gardens, pond edges, or naturally moist areas of the landscape.
In an HOA neighborhood
Maidencane takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: low. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Very tall and informal appearance
- Spreads aggressively to form colonies
- Requires consistently wet conditions
Wildlife value
The seed heads provide food for birds and waterfowl. It offers nesting habitat and cover for wildlife in wetland areas.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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