Botanical Name: Schizachyrium scoparium
Height: about 1 m
Season of bloom: September
Growing Conditions: Sun. Thrives in most soils. Clumping.
Wildlife benefits: All native grasses have many ecological benefits.
From Ottawa Valley or eastern Ontario sources: Yes.
Remarks: Deep-rooted warm season grass, good for stabilizing soil. Leaf blades turn red in autumn.
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