Golden Needles prairie dropseed
Sporobolus heterolepis 'Golden Needles'
USDA zones3 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles dry to moderate soil
- Growth rate
- Slow
- Habit
- Arching
- Bloom season
- Summer, autumn
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Golden Needles' prairie dropseed (Sporobolus heterolepis 'Golden Needles') is a grass for borders, rock gardens, and accents. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full or part sun and dry to average, sandy, loamy, or clay soil. It grows slowly into an arching clump with fragrant blooms that attract birds. Deer tend to pass it by. You can leave it standing for winter interest.
Pairs well with Blonde Ambition blue grama, Ice plant, and Sedge.