
Indian grass
Sorghastrum nutans 'Sioux Blue'
Overview
Indian grass (Sorghastrum nutans 'Sioux Blue') is a warm season grass native of prairie grasslands of the US. It is a low-maintenance, drought tolerant species that grows into dense, bluish-green clumps of upright stems and foliage, up to 1.5 metres in height. Its panicles bloom in summer months, turning from blue-green to deep yellow and fading to dull brown in autumn. It attracts native wildlife such as birds, butterflies, and various pollinators. This tough grass is an excellent choice for larger scale planting projects, meadows, and naturalized areas.
Care Guide
Watering
Minimum — every "7-10" days.
Light
Full sun Partial sun.
Soil
Sandy Loamy Clay Rocky
Temperature
Hardiness zone 4-9.
Pruning
Best pruned in February, March, April, May.
Propagation
Seed Propagation, Division, Root Cutting
Uses & Symbolism
Attracts: Birds.
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