Sporobolus wrightii (Big Sacaton)
$ 13.98
Also known as Giant Sacaton.
Big Sacaton is a large, robust, warm-season bunchgrass. It features showy, open, airy flower heads. Its large size creates dramatic visual impact in the landscape. It is highly adaptable, and can grow in both wet and dry conditions. Once established it is drought tolerant. It is a great choice for riparian areas, pond edges, rain gardens, and areas where erosion control is needed. It provides good cover for wildlife. It is native to the Southwest US and is particularly adapted to the hot Texas climate.
AT A GLANCE
| Texas native | Yes |
| Water use | Low to high |
| Sun exposure | Full sun |
| Bloom time | Summer, fall |
| Mature height | 4-8 ft |
| Mature spread | 3-5 ft |
| Attracts | Birds, butterflies |
| Host plant | Skipper and Satyr butterflies. |
| Deer resistant | Yes |
DISTRIBUTION MAPS
 Present in state |
 Present in county and native |
 Native to North America, but adventive & escaped in state |
 Not present in state |
 Present and rare, native in county |
 Previously present, now extinct |
 Questionable presence (cross-hatched, regardless of color) |
