Austin Watershed Protection

Indian Grass

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Botanical Name
Sorghastrum nutans
Plant Type
Grasses (Ornamental & Prairie)
Plant Height Min
3ft
Plant Height Max
5ft
Light
Sun
Seasonal Interest From
Fall
Seasonal Feature
Foliage
Plant Color
Yellow
Plant Spread Max
5ft
Water Needs
Medium
Seasonal Interest To
Fall
Evergreen/Deciduous
Deciduous
Zilker Only
N/A
Comments

Prairie plant appropriate in mass plantings in a meadow, natural area, or wetland; tall seed heads in fall; reseeds; seeds & green stems are a food source for wildlife; cut back to 8" height in winter before new spring growth