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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
Foliage Color
Green
Soil Moisture
Well-Drained
Attributes
Mass Planting
Native
Season of Interest (Flowering)
Fall
Winter
Season of Interest (Foliage)
Summer
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.