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Prairie Dropseed

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Sporobolus heterolepis

Billowy tufts of delicate green leaves are highly ornamental in a garden.

Credit: Wendy Ford

Credit: Kara Rager O'Neill

Credit: INPS Native Plant of the Week

Credit: INPS Native Plant of the Week

Light

Full Sun

Moisture

Medium

Medium/Dry

Bloom Color

Green

Height

1 - 3 ft

Bloom Season

Summer, Fall

Notes

Seed heads smell like popcorn.

More Information

USDA PLANTS Database Missouri Botanical Garden

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Credit: Kara Rager O'Neill

Credit: INPS Native Plant of the Week

Credit: INPS Native Plant of the Week