Sporobolus heterolepis Prairie dropseed from New Moon Nurseries

Sporobolus heterolepis

Prairie dropseed

Graceful, fine textured grass with deep green foliage and an arching fountain form. This personal favorite produces outrageous fall color. The flowers have a slight fragrance, resembling coriander. Grows well in moist to dry soils in full sun; drought tolerant.

Height:

2-3 ft

Spread:

2-3 ft

USDA Hardiness Zone:

3-8

Bloom Color:

Green, Tan

Sporobolus heterolepis Characteristics

Exposure

Full Sun

Critter Resistance

Deer Resistant

Attracts Wildlife

Songbirds

Soil Moisture Preference

Moist to Dry

Attributes

Naturalizing
Ground Cover
Fragrant
Drought Tolerant

Flowering Months

August

Season of Interest (Foliage)

Fall

Interesting Notes:

For more information on this plant, visit the USDA PLANTS Database: http://plants.usda.gov/java/profile?symbol=SPHE