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Ornamental Grass - Sorghastrum

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Sorghastrum nutans

Common name: Indian grass
Description: warm season; sod forming (slow spreader)
Foliage - blue-green; medium blade width; 80-120 cm (32-48") tall
Flowers - July until frost; 80-220 cm (48-90") tall
Conditions: full sun or light shade; moist fertile soil; very drought tolerant once established
Coldest zone: 3

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Sorghastrum nutans 'Indian Steel'

Common name: Blue indian grass
Description: warm season; sod forming (slow spreader)
Foliage - blue-green; medium blade width; 80-120 cm (32-48") tall
Flowers - July until frost; 100-150 cm (40-60") tall
Conditions: full sun or light shade; moist fertile soil; very drought tolerant once established
Coldest zone: 3

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