Sporobolus heterolepis

Prairie Dropseed

Fine-textured, hair-like, green leaves form an arching foliage mound. Foliage turns golden with orange hues in fall, fading to light bronze in winter. Flower panicles appear well above the foliage clump in late summer. Flowers have pink and brown tints. North American native plant.

  • Thin, emerald green leaves
  • Dense, arching tuft
  • Seed heads have distinct aroma
  • Turns yellow or deep orange in fall

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Attracts Wildlife
Attracts Songbirds
Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage Color
Green
Soil Moisture
Average Water
Dry Soil
Season of Interest (Foliage)
Fall
Spring Bloomer
Summer

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