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Prairie Dropseed

A building entrance with large glass doors, surrounded by lush grasses, trees, and a paved pathway.
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Lush green ornamental grass with small yellow flowers along a paved walkway in a garden setting.
Image courtesy of Missouri Botanical Garden.
Close-up of delicate grass seed heads against a green, leafy background.
Image courtesy of Missouri Botanical Garden.
A path curves through a garden with lush, green ornamental grass on one side.
Image courtesy of Missouri Botanical Garden.
A building entrance with large glass doors, surrounded by lush grasses, trees, and a paved pathway.
Lush green ornamental grass with small yellow flowers along a paved walkway in a garden setting.
Close-up of delicate grass seed heads against a green, leafy background.
A path curves through a garden with lush, green ornamental grass on one side.

Plant Information

Common name: Prairie Dropseed

Scientific name: Sporobolus heterolepis

Water usage: Low to moderate

Sun exposure: Full, part sun

Bloom time: Summer to fall

Fire resistant: No

Wildlife: Attracts and is used by birds

Native: Yes

Height: 1 to 3 feet

Spread: 1 to 2 feet

Care information

Clay/shallow soil, showy flowers, winter interest.