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Sporobolus heterolepis

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Sporobolus heterolepis

NORTHERN DROPSEED

Category: Grasses

Characteristics
Description

Bloom Color

Bloom Time

August, September

Exposure

Full Sun, Part Shade

Height

12 – 18", 18 – 24", 24 – 36"

Soil Type

Drought Tolerant

Hardiness Zone

4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Other Attributes

Bird Attracting, Deer Resistant, Fragrant, Nice Fall Foliage, Northeastern U.S. Native, Raingarden Suitable

Sporobolus heterolepis

Fine-textured foliage forms flowing light green mounds to 15″ tall. Orange fall color. Attractive, scented flowers to 30″ tall August – September. Full sun – light shade. Drought tolerant. Groundcover, accent, meadows, containers. Deer resistant. Native to dry open soil of Northeastern U.S. Zone 4.

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