10 Seeds Sorghastrum nutans Indian Grass Ornamental Grass Native Prairie Grass

Sorghastrum nutans, commonly known as Indian Grass, is a warm-season perennial bunchgrass native to North American prairies. It forms upright clumps of slender blue-green foliage that turn golden-orange in autumn, topped in late summer by tall tan-gold flower panicles that sway gracefully in the breeze. Its strong vertical form and seasonal color make it a standout in naturalistic and meadow-style plantings.
Indian Grass is prized for its ornamental value and its role in prairie restoration and wildlife-friendly landscapes. It provides cover and seed for birds and beneficial insects, tolerates a range of soils, and pairs beautifully with other native grasses and wildflowers. It can be used as a specimen, in mass plantings, or in borders.
Species: Sorghastrum nutans
Variety: Indian Grass
Type: Warm-season perennial bunchgrass
Plant_Habit: Upright clumping
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained, adaptable to clay, loam, or sandy soils
Days_to_Harvest: Not applicable
Zones: 3-9
Germination: 14-28 days with cold stratification
Sowing: Surface sow, lightly press into soil, keep moist
Spacing: 18-24 inches
Notes: Native prairie grass with ornamental seed heads