Prairie dropseed, or Sporobolus heterolepis, is a beautiful and showy grass native to the prairies of Ohio. Its fountain of delicate leaves can add a certain lyrical quality to a garden as they sway ...

Ornamental grasses are reaching their peak in late summer landscapes. Planted among perennials in borders, they contribute contrasting texture, form and movement to the design. And just as the blooms ...

To the uninitiated, replacing your lawn or garden with gravel might seem like it would offer dreary, lifeless results. But the best gravel gardens are just as serene, colorful, and full of wildlife as ...

Prairie dropseed (Sporobolus heterolepis) is a prairie plant native to North America that will add softness to any home garden, especially around a border. Other suitable planting areas include rock ...

This demonstration garden is dominated by little bluestem (Schizochyrium scoparium) and prairie dropseed (Sporabolus heterolepis) and is filled with short showy flowers that thrive in full sun and ...

*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. Prairie dropseed. Photo from mobot.org. Q • We live in a corner house and have a 1,600-square-foot, steep slope. The grass on the ...