prairie dropseed
Sporobolus heterolepis 'Morning Mist'
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Minimum
Propagation:
Division,Cutting,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 9
Flowers:
Pale brown Flowers
Sun:
Full sun
Leaf:
Yes
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Prairie dropseed (Sporobolus heterolepis 'Morning Mist') should be watered on a regular basis during the growing season. During the spring and summer, it should be watered once every week or so, providing the soil with approximately 1 inch of water each time. In the fall, water the plant every 10 to 14 days. During the winter, prairie dropseed should be watered only when the soil is completely dry, allowing the plant to enter a dormant period.
sunlight
Prairie dropseed (Sporobolus heterolepis 'Morning Mist') is an ornamental grass that grows best with direct sunlight for the majority of the day. It is a sun-loving plant and does best with at least 6 to 8 hours of full sun each day, but it can also tolerate some partial shade. On especially hot days, it may appreciate some protection from the sun in the afternoon hours.
pruning
Prairie dropseed (Sporobolus heterolepis 'Morning Mist') should be lightly pruned back in late winter or early spring. Pruning should involve removing any dead or damaged foliage to help the plant look its best, as well as some mild shaping of the foliage to create a more orderly look. Be careful when pruning as this type of foliage can easily be damaged. Only remove up to 1-third of the total foliage at once. During the growing season, you can also prune off any spent flowers for a more attractive and healthy look.
