Sporobolus giganteus
Giant Dropseed (Native)

Sporobolus giganteus
Giant Dropseed (Native)

Sporobolus giganteus,
Giant Dropseed (Native)

Perennial, drought-tolerant, warm-season, 4 – 6 ft. tall, bunchgrass found in the low elevations of the central southwest states, often on sand dunes. Best adapted to deep sandy soils. Poor to fair palatability for livestock and wildlife. Useful for very sandy areas soil stabilization. Plant in summer ¼ – ½ inch deep. 1,700,000 seeds/lb.

USDA: Plant Profile