Sporobolus heterolepsis

Fine deciduous grass with bright green foliage in summer turning bronze in the autumn. Taller stems of graceful flower heads in late summer. Needs sunny spot in well-drained soil. Good drought tolerant grass. Can be slow to grow. Hardy. Flower stems up to 1m.

At a glance

Common Name

prairie dropseed

Type

Ornamental grass

Height

90cm to 1.2m

Spread Rate

Slow

Flowering

Late Summer

Soil Type

Drained, Dry

Aspect

Sun

Sue's Notes about Sporobolus heterolepsis (prairie dropseed)

Often used by Piet Oudolf in his flowering meadow planting.

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