Yellow prairie grass (Sorghastrum nutans) Seeds
Yellow prairie grass (Sorghastrum nutans) Seeds
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A striking large grass that forms showy, coppery seed heads in late summer. A grass with high wildlife value for the seeds, cover, and as a host plant for skipper butterflies. Too aggressive for gardens but an excellent addition to meadows. Deer-resistant.
Native to Maine: Yes. Uncommon in Maine but widespread to the south and west.
Growing conditions: Sun in medium to dry soil
Grows up to: 6'
Pairs well with: Butterfly milkweed, wild bee-balm, downy goldenrod, common milkweed, and smooth blue aster
Natural habitat: Meadows, roadsides, woodland openings, and rocky shorelines
Seeds per packet: 50-100
These seeds do not need a winter or cold period to germinate. Sow outdoors in pots November through May. A great species for beginner seed-sowers.
