This grass is useful when massed in transition areas, for erosion control, and as single specimens in borders. It is a good source for cut flowers. Cimmaron' has excellent blue foliage. This North American native grass grows 3 feet high. Its thin, fine-textured leaves are emerald green and grow in upright, arching hummocks.
Leaves turn gold to orange-red in fall.
It is hardy to USDA zone 4. Prairie dropseed is drought and heat resistant but benefits from some summer water. Grow it in full sun in many soil types, including rocky ones. This somewhat warm-season accent plant for hot, dry locations adds fragrance to the Garden. The seed attract birds and other wildlife.