Sporobolus compositus (Tall Dropseed)
$ 4.98
Also known as Composite Dropseed.
Tall Dropseed is a clump-forming, warm-season grass. Mature clumps have an attractive arching habit. It tolerates a variety of soil types. It is easy to grow and requires little maintenance. It does well in naturalized areas, prairies, rain gardens, and roadsides.
AT A GLANCE
| Texas native | Yes |
| Water use | Low, medium |
| Sun exposure | Full sun |
| Bloom time | Summer, fall |
| Mature height | 2-4 ft |
| Mature spread | 1-3 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) |

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)