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Sorghastrum nutans 'Indian Steel'

Indian Grass

Sorghastrum nut. Indian Steel

  • An attractive, upright clumping, warm-season grass
  • Striking metallic-blue foliage
  • Long narrow, upright golden seed heads in late summer

  • Category: Grasses
  • Hardiness Zone: 4-9
  • Height: 3-5 ft
  • Spread: 2-3 ft
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Growing & Maintenance Tips for Sorghastrum nutans 'Indian Steel'

Grasses are easy to grow, and adapts to most conditions. Feed once a year with a slow release fertilizer. To give your plant the best start possible, we include a free fertilizer packet.

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