Sporobolus heterolepis
Prairie Dropseed
The threadlike leaves of this native grass produce a fine textured 2' dense mound. Color changes from green in spring and summer to orange in fall to a creamy color in winter. Delicately scented, slender flower stalks rise above the grass in July.
- Category:Perennials
- Hardiness Zone:4-9
- Tall:24-36 Inches
- Wide:24 Inches
- Spacing:24-36 Inches
Attributes
| • | Attractive Foliage |
| • | Compact Size |
| • | Disease Resistant |
| • | Drought Tolerant |
| • | Fall Bloomer |
| • | Fall Foliage |
| • | Fragrant |
| • | Low Maintenance |
| • | Native |
| • | Winter Interest |
Flower Color
| • | Ivory |
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Wildlife
| • | Attracts Songbirds |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Summer |
Growth Rate
| • | Slow |
Additional Information about Sporobolus heterolepis
The threadlike leaves of this native grass produce a fine textured 2' dense mound. Color changes from green in spring and summer to orange in fall to a creamy color in winter. Delicately scented, slender flower stalks rise above the grass in July.
Slow growing, but well worth the wait. Extremely drought tolerant once established.