This colorful selection of grass forms a non-invasive clump of steely blue-green leaves, with long and narrow tan-colored spikes appearing in late summer and lasting into the winter. Very drought tolerant once established, and tolerant of a wide range of soil conditions. Cut the dead foliage back to the ground in late winter or early spring. Clumps may be easily divided in spring.
Tags: Ornamental Grass
Sorghastrum nutans 'Indian Steel'
Category:
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Mature Size:
3-5 Ft. T x 2-3 Ft. W
Cold Hardiness Zone:
4-9
Growth Rate:
Fast
Foliage Color:
Blue Green
Flower Color:
Yellow
Bloom Period:
Late Summer
Water Requirements:
Low, Once established, water occasionally; more often in extreme heat.
Care Instructions
Best in poor, dry, infertile soils, but highly adaptable, even to heavy clay. Water regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established, reduce frequency; very drought tolerant. May self-seed in optimum growing conditions. Cut to the ground in late winter or early spring before new growth emerges. Pruning time: late winter to early spring.