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Sorghastrum nutans

INDIAN GRASS

Category: Grasses

Characteristics
Description

Bloom Color

Bloom Time

March, August, September, October, November, December

Exposure

Height

Soil Type

Hardiness Zone

3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Other Attributes

Bird Attracting, Deer Resistant, Long Island Provenance, Northeastern U.S. Native, Pollinator Attracting, Raingarden Suitable, Winter Interest

Sorghastrum nutans

Clump forming habit and nice green blades. Feathered copper colored flowers in August remain attractive through most of winter. Cut back in spring. Attracts goldfinches. A good source of nectar and pollen for beneficial insects. 4 – 5′ tall, moves gracefully in the slightest of breezes. Drought tolerant. Northeastern U.S. native. Zone 3.

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