Prairie Dropseed Herb Seeds
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Product Specifications:
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Botanical Name: Sporobolus heterolepis
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Common Name: Prairie Dropseed
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Plant Type: Ornamental Grass, Perennial
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Growth Habit: Clump-forming, fine-textured grass
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Lifespan: Long-lived, hardy perennial
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Light Requirements: Full sun
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Water Needs: Drought tolerant once established
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Soil Preference: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil
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Maintenance: Low maintenance
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Uses: Home garden, landscaping, native plantings, ornamental beds
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Germination Rate: High with proper care
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Planting Season: Spring to early summer
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Height at Maturity: 1 to 2 feet tall
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Attracts: Birds, pollinators
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Pack Size: Approx. 200 seeds

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Features
Life Cycle
Perennial
Planting Season
Spring to Summer
Growth Habit
Clumping, Upright
Flavor Profile
Mild, Grass-Like
Plant Characteristics
Fine Textured Foliage
Use
Ornamental, Erosion Control
Growing Conditions
Dry, Well-Drained Soil
Harvest Advantages
Low Maintenance
Plant Resistance
Drought, Deer Resistant
Prairie Dropseed Herb Seeds
Sporobolus
Seed Names
Sporobolus, Prairie Grass
Seed Type
Native, Non-GMO
Prairie Dropseed is a native grass known for its fine, airy foliage and small, fragrant seeds. It is used in ornamental landscapes and erosion control, thriving in dry, well-drained soils. Its drought tolerance makes it ideal for low-maintenance gardens and naturalistic landscapes.
Planting Information
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Planting Depth
1/8 inch
Sowing Method
Direct Sowing
Plant Spacing
12–18 inches
Days to Maturity
90–120 Days
Soil Preparation
Well-Drained, Sandy Soil
Hardiness Zones
3–9
Water Needs
Low
Planting Season
Spring to Early Summer
Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
100
Up to 10 sq ft
500
Up to 50 sq ft
1000
Up to 100 sq ft