Sporobolus Heterolepis

Prairie Dropseed, Ornamental Grass

$14.95 ea. (3+ discount) $14.50 ea.

In stock for Spring 2021

Plant Code: SPHE

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One of the most handsome and refined of the native grasses. Sporobolus Heterolepis makes a fine-textured specimen in the garden or in a mass planting. Deep green foliage is topped with airy fragrant plumes starting in late summer reaching 3'. Plumes have a scent reminiscent of coriander. Deep roots make this a good choice for a sunny slope. Foliage turns bronze in the fall.

Details

Type:	Perennials, Grasses
Height:	Medium 22" (3' in flower)
Spacing:	Plant 24" apart
Bloom Time:	Late Summer to Early Fall
Sun-Shade:	Full Sun
Zones:	3-9 Find Your Zone
Soil Condition:	Normal, Clay
Flower:	Not Applicable
Accent:	Not Applicable
Pot Size:	3.5" square x 4" deep

Features to Note

For a Slope or Bank
Attracts Butterflies
Deer Resistant
Hot Dry Site Tolerant
Fragrant
Winter Interest

Sporobolus General Information

Sporobolus are easy to grow and low maintenance. Fine-textured foliage forms a dense arching tuft. Seed fronds provide food for songbirds. Tolerant of a wide range of soils, including rocky or clay, but prefers a well-draining site for best performance. Ornamental Grasses are restricted from Idaho and Oregon.

Sporobolus Plant Care

Once established Sporobolus is long lived and needs little care. Drought tolerant, but requires regular watering for the first growing season to establish. Can be divided in Spring if desired. Tease out old, tired foliage in spring.