Sporobolus heterolepis
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Description
Sporobolus heterolepis is a clump-forming ornamental grass or sedge valued for its brown or copper and pink flowers during fall and summer. It typically matures 2–3 feet tall and 2–3 feet wide. Grow it in full sun to partial shade in average to occasionally dry, well-drained clay or loam soil. Its native range or documented parentage is Canada to U.S.A. Birds like sparrows and juncos feed on the seeds. In the landscape, it works well in accent, border, and mass planting. Once established, it shows useful tolerance to black walnut, deer, and drought.
Benefits
Provides seasonal color and texture and may support pollinators or other garden wildlife.
Features
Sporobolus heterolepis 'Tara' is valued for its ornamental foliage, flowers, form, or seasonal contribution.
Native Range
Canada to U.S.A
| Sporobolus heterolepis 'Tara' | |
| Sporobolus heterolepis | |
| No | |
| Full Sun, Part Sun; Average Soil. Water regularly during establishment and adjust care to site conditions. | |
| Locally Native | |
| Yes | |
| Yes |
| 3 - 8 | |
| Full Sun | |
| 2 - 3 ft | |
| 2 - 3 ft |
| Insignificant | |
| Strong | |
| Pink | |
| Orange | |
| Birds | |
| Border Garden | |
| Flower Interest | |
| Border or Bed | |
| None | |
| Clump Forming | |
| Fall, Summer, Winter |