Tennessee Smart Yards Native Plants
A comprehensive database of Tennessee native plants
Sand Dropseed
Sand DropseedSporobolus cryptandrusFull to part sun, moderately dry to dry moisture level, prefers sandy soils but will also grow on coarse gravelly soils. 2-3 feet height, blooms spring into fall, yellow flowers, self-seeds readily.Germination Code: ANative Region: Occurs in 5 counties, all in Coastal Plain Province – Lake, Shelby, Tipton, Fayette, and CarrollWarm-season bunch grass that usually grows in rather small clumps. Establishes easily and is widely used for controlling erosion on a wide variety of sites. Grows best in association with other grasses. Usually produces an abundant seed crop and re-seeds readily.grass;sun;dry;sand |