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Sporobolus heterolepis

Prairie Drop Seed Grass

  • Category: Ornamental Grass
  • Hardiness Zone:3
  • Height:18-24 Inches
  • Spread:24-30 Inches
  • Foliage Color: Green

This native prairie grass is a clump-forming warm season type. Green foliage matures to a creamy brown color in the fall. Fragrant, wheat colored airy panicles emerge in late summer.

Critter Resistance
Deer Resistant
Exposure
Full Sun
Attributes
Ground Cover
Mass Planting
Native
Ornamental Grass
Foliage Color
Green
Season of Interest (Flowering)
Fall
Winter
Season of Interest (Foliage)
Summer
Soil Moisture
Well-Drained
Bloom Time
August - September
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Sporobolus heterolepis

An excellent choice for a groundcover in a hot dry location where little care is needed once established.