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Indian Grass
Indian Grass
Sorghastrum nutans
Indian Grass is a tall perennial grass, growing 3-8 feet high with broad blue-green leaves and soft golden-brown seed heads. Its fall color ranges from deep orange to purple. Valued in tallgrass prairies, it is also favored by livestock.
Shade Tolerance: Full Sun to Part Shade
Moisture: Dry to Moist
Soils: Sand, Loam, Clay
Height: 3-6 ft.
Bloom Time: August-September
Color: Dark Green Leaves
Deer Resistant: Yes
Uses: Rain Gardens
Other: Drought tolerant; good for wildlife cover.
USDA Plant Profile
