About This Product
Botanical Name: Sporobolus wrightii
Common Name: Giant Sacaton, Dropseed
A semi-evergreen perennial grass that forms a large clump of long, arching leaf blades. Grayish green foliage fades to yellow-beige by winter. Wispy summer flowers bloom in hazy plumes of tan-gold. Birds and some mammals enjoy the seeds. Deep root systems aid in erosion control. Native to the Southwestern U.S., including California.
USDA Zone: Zones 5 - 10
Sunset Zone: Zones 3B, 7 - 16, 18 - 24
Mature Height: 3 - 4 feet
Mature Width: 3 - 4 feet
Light Needs: Full Sun
Water Needs: Low, Moderate