Prairie Dropseed forms neat clumps up to 4 ft tall and blooms in late summer with delicate green seed heads that sway in the breeze. It thrives in full sun and well-drained loam or sandy soils with dry to medium moisture. Its tidy habit suits perennial borders, foundation plantings, or prairie-style gardens, offering year-round interest and wildlife value.
Ecological Benefits
Its seeds are a valuable food source for songbirds, and it serves as a larval host for the Poweshiek Skipperling and Dakota skipper. The dense clumps also provide shelter for small wildlife.
Prairie Fairy Notes
This grass adds a touch of class to a garden with its tidy, mounded shape and delicate, feathery seed display.
