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Sporobolus giganteus Giant dropseed

Tall, warm season, drought tolerant, perennial bunchgrass adapted to deep sands and sandy soils. Poor to moderately palatable. Especially useful for stabilizing sand dunes and other blowout areas.

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Species Attributes

Height:

25 in. or taller

Life Form:

Bunchgrass

Native or Introduced:

Native

Season:

Warm

Sun & Shade Tolerance:

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Elevation:

ft.

Precipitation:

12 in.

Soil Texture
Coarse:

Best

Moderately Coarse:

Best

Medium:

Marginal

Moderately Fine:

Not Adapted

Fine:

Not Adapted

Soil pH
Acidic:

Marginal

Neutral:

Best

Basic:

Not Adapted

Seeding Rate:

2 - 3 PLS lbs/Acre

Pure Seed per Bushel:

33.00 lbs.

Seeds per Pound:

1,723,000

Germination Time:

Days

Mycorrhizal Dependent:

Yes

Planting Season:

Summer

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