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Sporobolus airoides 'Alkali Dropseed' Common Names: Alkali Sacaton

Description:

Alkali dropseed must qualify as one of the least-known of the native grasses. Tolerant of drought as well as alkaline soils, a single plant will quickly produce a 3 feet tall x 6 feet wide clump of grey-green foliage. In midsummerit is topped with graceful tall flower golden bronze panicles.

Attributes   Plant Group: Grass and Grass Like Hardiness: Zones 4 - 9 Type: Perennial Mature Size: Height 3 feet x Width 6 Feet Flowering Period: Summer Flowering Attributes: Golden Bronze Plumes (4-6 Inches) Foliage Attributes: Silver, grey foliage. Culture   Light: Full Sun to Part Shade Soil: Sandy or Dry Miscellaneous   Propagation Methods: Division Fast-growing Provides Cut Flowers Provides Food, Shelter, or Nesting For Birds

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