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Prairie Dropseed
Sporobolus heterolepis
Prairie Dropseed is a fine-textured, clump-forming native grass known for its graceful, arching foliage, fragrant seedheads, and golden fall colour.
About Prairie Dropseed and growing it in Alberta
Ideal for mass plantings, borders, or meadow gardens, it forms tidy mounds that sway elegantly in the wind. Exceptionally drought tolerant and long-lived, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soils.Undemanding and largely pest-free, it provides year-round beauty while supporting pollinators and native biodiversity.
Plant Specifications
- Zone: 3
- Height: 0.7 metres
- Spread: 0.7 metres
Features of Prairie Dropseed
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Full Sun
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Drought Resilient
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Salt Tolerant
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Attracts Birds
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Deer Resilient
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Fall Colour
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Winter Interest
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Erosion Control
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Green Roof Option
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Native Plant
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