Fountain-shaped with long beautiful leaves – the prairie dropseed is the perfect species to highlight during Grasslands Month! Prairie Dropseed (Sporobolus heterolepis) is long-lived and very adaptable. It can be found in full sun conditions like our field ecologist Megan Benage found, or also in partial shade like in our savanna habitats, too. It blends into its surroundings in July, which makes it the perfect habitat for leafhoppers and other insects– but it stands out in the fall with its tal

Prairie Dropseed Grass, Sporobolus heterolepis | American Meadows

Prairie Dropseed (Sporobolus heterolepis) 🌾 A landscaping must-have! A wonderful bunch-forming native grass that takes on a nice golden hue throughout fall 🍂 and winter. ❄️ A bird favorite for the seeds 🐦‍⬛ and also deer resistant. 🦌 Pre-order Prairie Dropseed 3-pack potted plants now for fall delivery! | Prairie Moon Nursery