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Sporobolus heterolepis Tara

Dwarf Prairie Dropseed

Tara' is a dwarf version of the species. It typically grows in the form of a vase and less arching. Attractive flowering spikes rising in summer well above the foliage. Fall foliage of orange-red is spectacular.

  • »  'Tara' is a dwarf version of the species
  • »  Upright green foliage, less arching than the species
  • »  Attractive flower spikes rising in summer well above the foliage
  • »  Spectacular orange-red fall color
  • »  Bloom Time: Late summer
  • »  Flower height: 50-60cm
  • »  Foliage height: 30-40cm
  • »  Grass Type: Warm Season

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  • Category:Grasses
  • Hardiness Zone:4
  • Height:30-60 cm
  • Spread:30-40 cm
  • Bloom Color: Pink (pale)
Exposure
• Full Sun
Soil Moisture
• Average to Dry Soils
• Well-drained
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Birds
Growth Rate
• Slow
Attributes
• Deciduous
• Drought Tolerant
• Fall Color
• Heat Tolerant
Flowering Time
• Lt. Sum-Fall
• Fall
Habit
• Clumping
Foliage Color
• Green
Landscape uses
• Border/edging
• Naturalizing
• Rock garden
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Additional Information about Sporobolus heterolepis 'Tara'

Warm Season Grasses: These grasses are much slower starting in the spring.  They do not push new growth until temperatures warm in early to mid summer.  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. Sparrows and other small birds love the seeds.

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Sporobolus heterolepis 'Tara'

Sporobolus are drought-tolerant, growing best in sandy or rocky soils in full sun. Growing slowly, they are very low-maintenance.