Prairie Dropseed (Sporobolus Heterolepis) is a perennial grass in the Poaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 3-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Sporobolus heterolepis, commonly known as prairie dropseed, is a warm-season perennial grass native to central North America, valued for its fine-textured foliage and attractive seed heads.

Prairie Dropseed

Prairie Dropseed

Sporobolus Heterolepis

Sporobolus heterolepis, commonly known as prairie dropseed, is a warm-season perennial grass native to central North America, valued for its fine-textured foliage and attractive seed heads.

Quick Facts

Type
grass
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
3-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:rocky, clay, loamy, sandy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, ornamental, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Prairie Dropseed

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Poaceae
Genus:Sporobolus