Alkali Sacaton
Alkali sacaton is a native, warm-season bunch grass that can be used as an ornamental grass. It grows naturally in the Colorado Springs area.
The thin leaves grow as a small mound. In mid to late summer, it produces large, airy seedheads that create a beautiful pink hue above the leaves. The seedheads remain on the plant for a long time so it has a long season of interest.
It can tolerate dry conditions and flooding, alkaline and salty soils, making it a very adaptable plant. Birds like to eat the seeds.
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Alkali Sacaton
Alkali sacaton is a native, warm-season bunch grass that can be used as an ornamental grass. It grows naturally in the Colorado Springs area.
The thin leaves grow as a small mound. In mid to late summer, it produces large, airy seedheads that create a beautiful pink hue above the leaves. The seedheads remain on the plant for a long time so it has a long season of interest.
It can tolerate dry conditions and flooding, alkaline and salty soils, making it a very adaptable plant. Birds like to eat the seeds.
Plant details
Botanic Name
Sporobolus airoides
Pronunciation
spor-ROB-oh-lus air-OH-id-eez
Mature Height
2 to 3 ft.
Mature Spread
2 to 3 ft.
Water usage
Water Usage
One Droplet: Water twice per month or less, once established.
Two Droplets: Water about once per week, once established.
Three Droplets: Water about twice per week, once established.
Flower Color
tan
Bloom time
August and September
Colorado Native
Yes
Natural Habitat
western United States
Light Requirements
sun
Cold Hardiness
USDA zones 4-9
Elevation Limit
not specified
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