Prairie Dropseed
Sporobolus Heterolepis
Grow conditions
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Hardiness zone
- 3-9
- Min. Temperature
- −40°F (−40°C)
- Soil type
- Clay, Loam, Sandy, Well drained
- Soil pH
- Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Plant traits
Mature height2-3 ft
Mature spread2-3 ft
Plant typeGrasses
Bloom seasonSummer, Fall
Foliage typeDeciduous
Tolerance & safety
Drought tolerantYes
Fire tolerantYes
Pet safeSafe
Deer resistantYes
Pollinator-friendlyButterflies
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