Sporobolus heterolepis #1
Sporobolus heterolepis #1
Prairie Dropseed
Prairie dropseed, fine-textured mounds, fragrant seedheads, warm-season grass
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A graceful, upright arching North American native grass with fragrant flower spikes. Emerald green fine textured blades take on a golden orange hue in autumn. Tolerates a wide range of soils, but prefers drier conditions. 2 - 3'.
Botanical Name- Sporobolus heterolepsis
Pronunciation- spor-OB-boh-lus het-ur-ALL-ep-sis
Foliage- Deciduous
Mature Width-
Mature Height-
Sun Exposure- Full Sun
Soil Preferences- Dry to evenly moist
Current Size- #1
Bloom Color- Foliage
Bloom Time- Late summer - early fall
Companion Plants- Salvia azurea (delicate grass with sky-blue flowers)
Fauna Attracted- Seed-eating birds, habitat for insects
Plant Habit- Grass
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - PP23A
Yearly Care Instructions- Cut back old stems in late winter; water sparingly and fertilize lightly.
Trimming Instructions- Cut back to the ground in late winter before new growth appears.
Fertilization Instructions- Feed with a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in spring; low to moderate feeding need. Ensure clay drains well to maintain upright growth.
Fertilizer Recommendation- Plant-tone
Possible Issues- Rust, smut
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