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Spodiopogon (Frost Grass) (Frost Grass, Silver Spike)
(Frost Grass)
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An attractive ornamental grass valued for its interesting form, with bold bamboo-like horizontal leaf blades, nice clumping habit 2-3' tall, and purplish fall color. It is a warm season grass, growing best in moist, well-drained, fertile soil in full sun. It resents hot, dry sites. Purplish flower panicles bloom in mid to late summer, rising 14-18" above the foliage. Clump forming.

Cultural

Foliage Color: Green

Habit: Mounding

Height: 48 inches to 5 feet

Spread: 24 to 36 inches

Plant Needs

Zone: 4 to 8

Exposure: Full Sun

Plant Type: Grass

Plant Use: Bedding

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