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Sorghastrum nutans
Indian Grass (Wood Grass)
This hardy grass withstands both extreme heat and cold. The reddish-bronze, flower stalks are carried well above the green foliage which takes on a burnt orange to bronze colour in the fall.
- » AKA Sorghastrum avenaceum, Chrysopogon nutans
- » Reddish-bronze downy flower spikes rising well above the foliage appear in July
- » The grass blades are green turning bronze to burnt orange in the fall
- » Bloom Time: July
- » Flower Height: 220 cm
- » Foliage Height: 120 cm
- » Grass Type: Warm Season
Attracts Wildlife
| • | Attracts Birds |
Growth Rate
| • | Fast |
Critter
| • | Deer Resistant |
Attributes
| • | Native to Ontario |
| • | Cut Flower/Foliage |
| • | Deciduous |
| • | Dried Flower/Foliage |
| • | Drought Tolerant |
| • | Fall Color |
| • | Heat Tolerant |
| • | Salt Tolerant |
| • | Low Maintenance |
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Planting instructions
| • | Container Plants |
Additional Information about Sorghastrum nutans
Warm Season Grasses: These grasses are much slower starting in the spring. They do not push new growth until temperatures warm in early to midsummer. They flower later in the summer or fall with most blooms remaining into the winter. Most warm season grasses tolerate heat, humidity and drought; some even thrive in these conditions.
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Sorghastrum nutans
Grows best in full sun to partial shade in an average to dry soil. This grass can become floppy if the soil is too rich and moist. It can tolerate heat and drought but needs moisture during long hot spells. Should be cut down to almost ground level in the spring.