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500+ INDIAN GRASS Seeds Native Prairie Wildflower Clumping Ornamental Perennial
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INDIAN GRASS is a native of the Tallgrass prairie.The tough, long stalks where used for weaving. Noted for it's ability to comeback and thrive after a fire. Drought tolerant and prefers poor soils. Does not do well in rich soil. If left alone, it will reseed itself and will spread. To control spreading, just cut stalks late summer before seeds drop. Forms large clumps about 2' wide and can get 6' tall. Indian grass turns a rich copper color in fall and stands out against winters grey's and browns. Perfect choice for erosion control, Sorghastrum nutans.Perennial.Spring, soil temp 50F+.SOW 3 or 4 seeds,1/16""deep per plant. About 24"" apart.Keep moist.Germination 7-21 Days.Thin to 1(best) seedling. Use scissors to cut out unwanted sprouts.Height 36-60"" x 24"" Wide.Light water after seedlings are established. Doesn't like fertilizer, plant will droop.Foliage color is silver / blue during summer and turns yellow / bronze in fall. Flowers are golden brown.


