Botanical Name: Sporobolus wrightii
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Common Name: Giant Dropseed or Sacaton  
Plant photo of: Sporobolus wrightii
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Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Perennial, Grass

 

Height Range

6-12'

 

Flower Color

Pink

 

Flower Season

Summer, Fall

 

Leaf Color

Green, Blue Green, Grey Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Information by: Stephanie Duer
Photographer: Mountain States Nursery
  • Description

  • Notes

Giant dropseed is both taller and wider than most other dropseeds, reaching 6 to 8 feet tall and wide. It has an upward arching and mounding habit. Grey to blue-green foliage is narrow, giving it a fine texture; foliage turns yellow in fall and then beige. Pinkish flowers are tall and large, and are present Aug thru Oct. The overall effect is very architectural and striking. Stunning cut flowers.