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Sporobolus heterolepis

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Sporobolus heterolepis

$1.00

NORTHERN DROPSEED

Category: Grasses

Characteristics
Description

Bloom Color

Other Attributes

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

Bloom Time

August, September

Exposure

Full Sun, Part Shade

Hardiness Zone

4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Height

12 – 18", 18 – 24", 24 – 36"

Soil Type

Drought Tolerant

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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