








Prairie Dropseed
Sporobolus heterolepis
2.5” plugs
Light: Full sun
Height: 2' - 4'
Spacing: 2'
Bloom time: August, September
Bloom color: Green
Soil type: Loam, sand
Soil moisture: Dry, medium
Perennial
Deer resistant: yes
Ecological benefits: Seeds are food source for birds later in season; Host plant for Poweshiek skipperling, Dakota skipper
Landscaping tips: Perennial gardens, foundation plantings, mixed beds; this grass is tidy and does not spread aggressively
Kristen’s Notes: This grass adds a touch of class to a garden with it’s tidy, mounded shape. When it goes to seed it gives off a delicate, feathery display.
Sporobolus heterolepis
2.5” plugs
Light: Full sun
Height: 2' - 4'
Spacing: 2'
Bloom time: August, September
Bloom color: Green
Soil type: Loam, sand
Soil moisture: Dry, medium
Perennial
Deer resistant: yes
Ecological benefits: Seeds are food source for birds later in season; Host plant for Poweshiek skipperling, Dakota skipper
Landscaping tips: Perennial gardens, foundation plantings, mixed beds; this grass is tidy and does not spread aggressively
Kristen’s Notes: This grass adds a touch of class to a garden with it’s tidy, mounded shape. When it goes to seed it gives off a delicate, feathery display.
Sporobolus heterolepis
2.5” plugs
Light: Full sun
Height: 2' - 4'
Spacing: 2'
Bloom time: August, September
Bloom color: Green
Soil type: Loam, sand
Soil moisture: Dry, medium
Perennial
Deer resistant: yes
Ecological benefits: Seeds are food source for birds later in season; Host plant for Poweshiek skipperling, Dakota skipper
Landscaping tips: Perennial gardens, foundation plantings, mixed beds; this grass is tidy and does not spread aggressively
Kristen’s Notes: This grass adds a touch of class to a garden with it’s tidy, mounded shape. When it goes to seed it gives off a delicate, feathery display.