
Sporobolus heterolepis - Plant Finder - Missouri Botanical Garden
Sporobolus heterolepis, called prairie dropseed, is a clump-forming, warm season, perennial grass which typically occurs in prairies, glades, open ground and along railroads in parts of the central and …
Prairie Dropseed - Sporobolus heterolepis | Prairie Nursery
Prairie Dropseed adds a touch of elegance to any planting. A burst of flowering panicles in tints of pink and brown float above the tufted base on slender stems in late summer. The bloom has a unique …
A Beginner's Guide to Prairie Dropseed - The Plant Native
Nov 23, 2025 · If you want a low-maintenance, visually stunning, and wildlife-friendly native grass, Prairie Dropseed is it. From its lush green summer form to its golden winter elegance, this plant is a …
How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Prairie Dropseed - Epic Gardening
Jan 8, 2024 · Prairie dropseed, Sporobolus heterolepis, is an ornamental grass native to central and eastern North America. It is a common plant in natural grasslands, prairies, and fields. It also makes …
Prairie Dropseed | Illinois Grasses | Illinois Extension | UIUC
Prairie Dropseed, Sporobolus heterolepis, is a warm-season bunchgrass growing in tight rounded clumps. Its leaves are thin and tapering, and abundantly numerous per plant.
How to Grow and Care for Prairie Dropseed - The Spruce
Jun 22, 2022 · Prairie dropseed (Sporobolus heterolepis) is a low-growing native perennial grass with year-round interest and fragrant flowers in the late summer.
Prairie dropseed, Sporobolus heterolepis – Wisconsin Horticulture
One of the showiest prairie grasses, prairie dropseed (Sporobolus heterolepis) is frequently cultivated as an ornamental for its attractive fountain of fine textured, emerald-green leaves, delicate flower and …
Sporobolus heterolepis (Prairie Dropseed) - Gardenia
The small mature seeds drop to the ground in the fall, hence its common name of ‘Dropseed’. Excellent choice for drought-prone gardens, this architectural grass is perfect for borders where it will easily …
Sporobolus heterolepis (Prairie Dropseed, Prairie Drop Seed)
Prairie dropseed, is a native perennial clump-forming, warm-season, ornamental grass that forms dense tufts of sprawling leaves up to 2 feet high and 3 feet across. It is a prairie grass typically found in …
Prairie dropseed – Varieties, Propagation, and Care
Prairie dropseed is a fine-finished grass with long, limited leaves that curve outward, framing appealing, round tufts. The leaves range in variety from a rich green tint in summer to a brilliant rust variety in …