A shorter grass that is often planted for its spikey seed heads, and generally does not form dense stands. Puts on growth earlier than most prairie grasses, but generally dies back by fall. Adaptable to different soil types, but may be crowded out by more aggressive plants in fertile soils.

Light: Full Sun, Part Sun/Shade

Soil Moisture: Dry Mesic, Dry

Soil Type: Adaptable

Height: 1′-2′

Bloom Time: May-Jun

Root Type: Fibrous

Notable Wildlife Interactions: Hosts several species of grasshopper. Readily browsed by mammals.