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Sporobolus heterolepis 'Gone with the Wind'

$1899
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  • Pot Size: 5.25 Inch Square Pot
  • Common Name: Prairie Dropseed
  • Exposure: Full Sun to Part Sun
  • Hardiness Zone: 3-9
  • Bloom Color: Brown
  • Bloom Time: Summer-Fall
  • Garden Height: 36-40 Inches
  • Garden Spread: 20-24 Inches

This new strain of the native grass is shorter than the species, but still boasts the lovable hair-like foliage and wispy movement. It makes an excellent showing in mass plantings. The short green foliage is topped by airy and aromatic tan flower panicles. The fragrance is green, fresh, & pleasant, and similar to coriander. In late fall, the foliage takes on a reddish tone. Provides nesting material for our native bees, and birds will love the seeds. A staff favorite! Native to eastern and midwestern U.S.

Uses: Borders, Containers, Cottage Gardens, Edging, Erosion Control, Flower Beds, Ground Cover, Landscapes, Mass Planting, Meadows, Naturalizing, Rain Gardens, Rock Gardens, Slopes, Xeriscaping
Nature Attraction: Bees, Songbirds
Critter Resistance: Deer
Notable Features: Drought & Heat Tolerant, Fragrant Flowers, Autumn/Winter Interest, Native
Growth Habit: Arching Mound

Photos courtesy of Walters Gardens, Inc

Homeowner Growing Tips

Plant in soil with average to high fertility. Can tolerate clay soil, but does best in well-drained, dryer soil; tolerates shallow, rocky soils well. Extremely heat and drought tolerant once established. Slow to mature, but worth the wait, and has little to no need for division.

Delivery and Shipping

Our current processing time is 1-3 business days. See map at the bottom of the product page for transit time once shipped.

We guarantee our plants to arrive in acceptable condition. If there are any issues upon delivery, please email support@romencegardens.com within 48 hours and we will resolve the issue.

Available For Preorder Only

Plants will begin shipping March 31, 2025. See the map below for more accurate shipping times.

When Will My Order Ship?

Your order will be scheduled for shipment based on the last frost date in your area as indicated by this map and on the maturity of the plants themselves. If you would prefer a different ship date, please include that in the notes of your order.

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Sporobolus heterolepis 'Gone with the Wind'
Romence Gardens

Sporobolus heterolepis 'Gone with the Wind'

$1899
  • Pot Size: 5.25 Inch Square Pot
  • Common Name: Prairie Dropseed
  • Exposure: Full Sun to Part Sun
  • Hardiness Zone: 3-9
  • Bloom Color: Brown
  • Bloom Time: Summer-Fall
  • Garden Height: 36-40 Inches
  • Garden Spread: 20-24 Inches

This new strain of the native grass is shorter than the species, but still boasts the lovable hair-like foliage and wispy movement. It makes an excellent showing in mass plantings. The short green foliage is topped by airy and aromatic tan flower panicles. The fragrance is green, fresh, & pleasant, and similar to coriander. In late fall, the foliage takes on a reddish tone. Provides nesting material for our native bees, and birds will love the seeds. A staff favorite! Native to eastern and midwestern U.S.

Uses: Borders, Containers, Cottage Gardens, Edging, Erosion Control, Flower Beds, Ground Cover, Landscapes, Mass Planting, Meadows, Naturalizing, Rain Gardens, Rock Gardens, Slopes, Xeriscaping
Nature Attraction: Bees, Songbirds
Critter Resistance: Deer
Notable Features: Drought & Heat Tolerant, Fragrant Flowers, Autumn/Winter Interest, Native
Growth Habit: Arching Mound

Photos courtesy of Walters Gardens, Inc
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