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Sporobolus maximus
Giant Dropseed
Description
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General Details
Plant Type
Grass, Poaceae
Native Region
Argentina
Seasonality
Cool-season
Height
Foliage grows 6 feet tall, flowers 1-2 feet above the foliage
Width
6-8 feet
Alternate Names
N/a
Aesthetic Form
Landscaping Value
Screening, hedging, flowering accent
Foliage
Narrow, linear green leaves with a golden hue
Flower Form
Airy bronze inflorescence rises atop tall stems
Bloom Cycle
Summer
Growth Habits
Clumping, forms loose fountains
Plant Pairings
No Available Information
Care & Maintenance
Watering Needs
Low, drought-tolerant
Soil Preferences
Wide adaptability from sand to clay
Sun Exposure
Full sun to partial shade
Winter Heartiness
0° F, USDA zones 7-9
Desert Adaptability
No Available Information
Costal Adaptability
No Available Information