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Prairie Dropseed
Sporobolus heterolepis
Pronunciation: spoh-ROB-ah-lus het-er-OH-le-pis
SKU #01208
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Water when top 3 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Slowly reaches 18 in. tall, 24 to 36 in. wide; 36 in. tall in bloom.
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| Description | A fine-textured grass for the landscape with tall, slender stalks that display airy, remarkably fragrant, light brown, late summer panicles. Dense, mounded foliage turns deep copper-gold in fall. Attractive accent, or easy care groundcover, if planted en masse. Long-lived and trouble free. Rarely self-seeds. Native to the plains of North America. |
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| Bloom Time | Summer to fall |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Fall Color, North American Native, Benefits Birds |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Erosion Control |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Flower Attributes | Fragrant |
| Landscape Use | Ground Cover |
| Flower Color | Brown |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Foliage Fall Color | Yellow |
| Companion Plants | Coneflower (Echinacea); Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia); Phlox (Phlox); Aster (Aster); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum) |
| Care Instructions | Tolerates a range of soils, including heavy clay; prefers slightly dry, rocky soils. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system; allow to dry slightly between intervals. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates drought. Remove old, faded foliage before new leaves emerge. |
| History | Sporobolus heterolepis is native to the mid-western United States, where it occurs in prairies, glades, and open ground throughout much of the central plains. |
Details
| Description | A fine-textured grass for the landscape with tall, slender stalks that display airy, remarkably fragrant, light brown, late summer panicles. Dense, mounded foliage turns deep copper-gold in fall. Attractive accent, or easy care groundcover, if planted en masse. Long-lived and trouble free. Rarely self-seeds. Native to the plains of North America. |
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| Bloom Time | Summer to fall |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Fall Color, North American Native, Benefits Birds |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Erosion Control |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Flower Attributes | Fragrant |
Style
| Landscape Use | Ground Cover |
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| Flower Color | Brown |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Foliage Fall Color | Yellow |
| Companion Plants | Coneflower (Echinacea); Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia); Phlox (Phlox); Aster (Aster); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Tolerates a range of soils, including heavy clay; prefers slightly dry, rocky soils. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system; allow to dry slightly between intervals. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates drought. Remove old, faded foliage before new leaves emerge. |
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History
| History | Sporobolus heterolepis is native to the mid-western United States, where it occurs in prairies, glades, and open ground throughout much of the central plains. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Prairie Dropseed produce flowers?
Summer to fall
Is Prairie Dropseed evergreen or deciduous?
Prairie Dropseed is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Prairie Dropseed?
Prairie Dropseed is Easy Care, Fall Color, North American Native, Benefits Birds.
Is Prairie Dropseed resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Erosion Control
How fast does Prairie Dropseed grow?
Prairie Dropseed has a Slow growth rate.
Where can I use Prairie Dropseed in my landscape?
Prairie Dropseed is suitable for: Ground Cover.
What color are Prairie Dropseed flowers?
Prairie Dropseed produces Brown flowers.
What color is the foliage of Prairie Dropseed?
Prairie Dropseed has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Prairie Dropseed?
Good companion plants for Prairie Dropseed include: Coneflower (Echinacea); Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia); Phlox (Phlox); Aster (Aster); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum).
How do I care for Prairie Dropseed?
Tolerates a range of soils, including heavy clay; prefers slightly dry, rocky soils. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system; allow to dry slightly between intervals. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates drought. Remove old, faded foliage before new leaves emerge.
What is the history of Prairie Dropseed?
Sporobolus heterolepis is native to the mid-western United States, where it occurs in prairies, glades, and open ground throughout much of the central plains.
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