Prairie dropseed
Sporobolus heterolepis
Prairie Dropseed is a native prairie bunchgrass common across the Midwest states through the Northeast and across eastern Canada. This warm season shorter stature grass that is commonly used in landscaping.
Hardy in USDA 3-8 growing zones
Mature heights to 2 feet
Does not complete well with taller species, especially faster establishing species
Produces a fountain of fine-textured emerald green leaves
Best adapted to medium type soils
Can be used in prairie restorations and roadside plantings
Slow to establish
Low maintenance once established
Great specie for urban landscaping
Growing Region
- Midwest, Southeast
