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Sporobolus heterolepis 4"

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Prairie Dropseed · Item # 12138

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Prairie Dropseed is a clumping warm season grass. One of the most versatile native plants for contemporary landscapes. Flowers and seed heads have a scent described as buttered popcorn. Prefers dry soils and is drought tolerant once established. Gold seed heads rise 3-4′ tall while the bright green mound of grass below grows around 2' tall and wide. Likes full sun. Hardy to Zone 3.




Botanical Name: Sporobolus heterolepis
Light Needs: Full Sun
Hardiness Zone: 3
Mature Height: 24-36 in
Mature Width: 24-36 in
Water: Low Water Needs
Attracts Wings: Attracts Songbirds
Bloom Season: Late Summer
Flower Color: Tan
Foliage Color: Green
Other Features: Cut Flower, Drought Tolerant, Fragrant Flowers
Seasonal Interest: Fall Colors
Growth Rate: Slow
Origin: Native to Illinois

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