Indian Grass - Sorghastrum nutans
Sorghastrum nutans, commonly known as Indian Grass, is celebrated for its tall, elegant stems and distinctive, feathery seed heads that add a striking, vertical element to the landscape. Blooming in late summer, the plant showcases golden-brown inflorescences that catch the light and create a warm, textured backdrop.
In garden and prairie settings, Indian Grass functions superbly as a structural plant or in drifts. Its height and unique seed heads make it ideal for creating vertical interest and texture, and its adaptability to different soil conditions adds to its versatility. Use it to enhance naturalistic designs or as a dramatic focal point in mixed plantings.
Sun Exposure: Full
Soil Moisture: Medium-Dry
Height: 3-5 feet
Wetland Status: FACU
Sorghastrum nutans, commonly known as Indian Grass, is celebrated for its tall, elegant stems and distinctive, feathery seed heads that add a striking, vertical element to the landscape. Blooming in late summer, the plant showcases golden-brown inflorescences that catch the light and create a warm, textured backdrop.
In garden and prairie settings, Indian Grass functions superbly as a structural plant or in drifts. Its height and unique seed heads make it ideal for creating vertical interest and texture, and its adaptability to different soil conditions adds to its versatility. Use it to enhance naturalistic designs or as a dramatic focal point in mixed plantings.
Sun Exposure: Full
Soil Moisture: Medium-Dry
Height: 3-5 feet
Wetland Status: FACU
Sorghastrum nutans, commonly known as Indian Grass, is celebrated for its tall, elegant stems and distinctive, feathery seed heads that add a striking, vertical element to the landscape. Blooming in late summer, the plant showcases golden-brown inflorescences that catch the light and create a warm, textured backdrop.
In garden and prairie settings, Indian Grass functions superbly as a structural plant or in drifts. Its height and unique seed heads make it ideal for creating vertical interest and texture, and its adaptability to different soil conditions adds to its versatility. Use it to enhance naturalistic designs or as a dramatic focal point in mixed plantings.
Sun Exposure: Full
Soil Moisture: Medium-Dry
Height: 3-5 feet
Wetland Status: FACU
