Indian Grass
Grass

Indian Grass

Sorghastrum nutans

Golden-orange fall color and shimmering flower spikes make this tall prairie native one of autumn's best performers.

Bloom Season
Aug - Oct
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Sun Requirements
○ Full Sun6+ hours direct
Water Needs
Low
Drought tolerant
Size & Zones
3-6' tall
USDA Zones 4-9
Bloom Colors
Yellow
Orange
Traits
♣ Native Species✦ Low Maintenance❄ Winter Interest✿ Pollinator Friendly
Soil
Poor SoilLoamClay
Pairs Well With
Big Bluestem
Grass
Coneflower
Perennial
Liatris
Perennial
Switchgrass
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