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Space plants 2.5 - 3 feet to create a formal, ornamental grass ground cover. Likes dry, sunny places.
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Sporobolus heterolepis
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The narrow basal leaves of Prairie Dropseed arch gracefully and create a fountain effect. It is a true prairie grass and is quite unique. To create a groundcover, plant them 30 to 36 inches apart. Green foliage during growing season turns tan in fall & winter. Works well in container gardens.
Uses: Accent plant, rock gardens, container gardens, groundcover
Bloom time: August - October
Height: 18 to 24 inches
Space: 2 to 3 feet
Sun: Full sun
Moisture: Dry to average
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Does this grass need to be cut back every Fall?
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Denby
- 3/22/2016
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No, it doesn't need to be cut back in the fall. To give it a neater appearance you may want to trim it in the spring before the new growth starts, but this is not necessary either.
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When does Prairie Dropseed develop seeds, and how does one pick the seed for planting. Also what is lifespan of seeds? THANK YOU.
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Gloria
- 11/9/2015
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We harvest the seed between mid-October and early November. An easy way to collect the seed by hand is to strip the seed heads into a 5 gallon bucket. Gloves may be helpful. It doesn't seem to have a long shelf life. We sow fresh seed every year as it seems to lose viability after 1 or 2 years of dry storage.
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From seed, how long does it take for the grass to be full grown? Can they be planted in the fall?
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Kathie Boelkes
- 7/14/2020
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It will probably take 3 or 4 years before a seedling reaches maturity. They can be planted in the fall.
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what is the best time to plant prairie dropseed starts or plants?
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melanie krebs
- 6/23/2021
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How many prairie drop seed plants do you have in stock?
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- 8/14/2021
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I am looking for a short prairie grass that grows well on clay soil to prevent erosion. Is Prairie Dropseed a good choice?
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Timothy
- 3/21/2022
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Yes, prairie dropseed will grow in clay soil. However, it can be a little slow to reach full size regardless of soil conditions.
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What size is your "small pot," please?
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Bambi
- 5/5/2022
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Square pots that measure 2.625 inches across by 3.5 inches deep.
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Hello. How late is too late to plant prairie dropseed plants successfully? Interested in 3” pots. Thanks
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Jonathan Harris
- 10/21/2022
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They won't grow much more after October, but you could still plant them in November.
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