{"product_id":"prairie-dropseed","title":"Prairie Dropseed","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"47\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"47\"\u003ePrairie Dropseed (\u003cem data-start=\"20\" data-end=\"44\"\u003eSporobolus heterolepis\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"49\" data-end=\"691\"\u003ePrairie Dropseed is a graceful, fine-textured native warm-season bunchgrass from the tallgrass prairies of North America. With its fountain-like form, fragrant summer flowers, and golden-orange fall color, it brings four seasons of beauty and structure to ecological landscapes. This grass is a keystone species in native meadows, pollinator habitats, and low-maintenance borders, where it offers nesting cover for insects, seeds for birds, and excellent drought tolerance once established. Its slow-growing but long-lived nature makes it especially valuable in restoration plantings and designed native plant communities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"698\" data-end=\"721\"\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"723\" data-end=\"2302\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"723\" data-end=\"1049\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"725\" data-end=\"1049\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"725\" data-end=\"776\"\u003eFine Texture and Elegant Form for Garden Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"776\" data-end=\"779\"\u003ePrairie Dropseed forms compact, arching clumps of narrow green leaves, giving it a fountain-like look. It grows slowly to about 2-3 feet wide and tall (including flower stalks) and makes a beautiful edging or drift when planted en masse in borders or meadow plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1051\" data-end=\"1416\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1053\" data-end=\"1416\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1053\" data-end=\"1107\"\u003eLate-Summer Fragrant Blooms and Pollinator Support\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1107\" data-end=\"1110\"\u003eIn August through September, Prairie Dropseed sends up narrow flower spikes with tiny pinkish-tan flowers that smell like popcorn or coriander. These flowers are visited by small native bees, beetles, and flies, and the open structure also provides perching and seed-hunting ground for birds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1418\" data-end=\"1731\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1731\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1458\"\u003eHost Plant and Shelter for Insects\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1458\" data-end=\"1461\"\u003eThis bunchgrass creates overwintering habitat for ground-dwelling pollinators and predatory insects. Its dense crown provides protection from weather and predators, contributing to healthy insect populations and integrated pest management in ecological landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1733\" data-end=\"1985\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1735\" data-end=\"1985\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1735\" data-end=\"1779\"\u003eExcellent Fall Color and Winter Interest\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1779\" data-end=\"1782\"\u003eAs temperatures drop, the foliage shifts from green to rich gold and copper-orange, holding its shape and color well into winter. In snow-covered landscapes, it adds warm tones and visual movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1987\" data-end=\"2302\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1989\" data-end=\"2302\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1989\" data-end=\"2043\"\u003eEssential in Native and Low-Maintenance Landscapes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2043\" data-end=\"2046\"\u003eIdeal for prairie restorations, meadows, dry slopes, erosion control, and urban native plantings, Prairie Dropseed thrives in tough conditions. It requires minimal care, tolerates drought and poor soils, and competes well with weeds once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2309\" data-end=\"2330\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2333\" data-end=\"2386\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2333\" data-end=\"2350\"\u003eNative Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Central and eastern North America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2389\" data-end=\"2440\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2389\" data-end=\"2410\"\u003ePlant Life Cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perennial warm-season grass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2443\" data-end=\"2475\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2443\" data-end=\"2464\"\u003eSun Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2478\" data-end=\"2556\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2478\" data-end=\"2500\"\u003eSoil Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry to medium, well-drained soil; tolerates poor soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2559\" data-end=\"2634\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2559\" data-end=\"2577\"\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 inches (foliage), 24-30 inches (with flower spikes)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2637\" data-end=\"2671\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2637\" data-end=\"2652\"\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e August-September\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2674\" data-end=\"2704\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2674\" data-end=\"2690\"\u003eBloom Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pinkish-tan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2707\" data-end=\"2738\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2707\" data-end=\"2732\"\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2745\" data-end=\"2923\"\u003ePrairie Dropseed brings refined texture, ecological value, and year-round interest to native plantings. A foundational species for dry prairies, meadows, and designed wildscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Farm Connection","offers":[{"title":"2.5\" pot","offer_id":47404987285763,"sku":"PNG-1413","price":5.53,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Quart","offer_id":47404987318531,"sku":"PNG-1414","price":11.64,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/tfcnursery.com\/products\/prairie-dropseed","provider":"The Farm Connection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}