Indian Grass 'Indian Steel'

Took almost two years to get a nice clump of it established. Growing in lean, slightly alkaline soil. Did better with once a week soakin...Read Moreg with drip irrigation. Nice seed heads enjoyed by many birds. Falls over in heavy winds, but rights itself in a short period of time. Protect from rabbits while getting established.

The plant wants to layover on the ground, We keep it upright with a small wire cage near the bottom.

This is a very easy-to-grow ornamental grass. It remains in a clump which can be (relatively) easily divided in spring.

C...Read Moreut off the flower stalks if you don't want seedlings the following year.

Grow it in very lean soil for best results. Excess soil fertility will make it fall over.