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Sporobolus heterolepsis - A Plant of Merit

Sporobolus heterolepsis - A Plant of Merit

Posted by Emerald Coast Growers on Aug 21st 2025

The breeze can't resist gliding gracefully through the fine, hair-like blades of Sporobolus, sending wafts of fragrance to greet passersby. Don't let the common name, prairie dropseed<, hit the wrong note. This lovely, self-sufficient native grass is a clump-former, not a vigorous spreader. Declared a “Plant of Merit” by Missouri Botanical Garden for “outstanding quality and dependable performance,” Sporobolus is widely considered to be among the most attract
Blue Festuca, and the One that Didn't Get the Dress Code.

Blue Festuca, and the One that Didn't Get the Dress Code.

Posted by Emerald Coast Growers on Jan 15th 2025

You can't lose this battle of the blues. We grow four varieties of blue Festucaand one that's rich dark green. The blue ones all have similarities, but also a key distinguishing attribute, subtle or obvious. Each has fans who claim their darling is the best. And we won't argue. But we can't pick favorites. Every member of this Festuca quintet is nicely tuned to earn their spot on the right stage. Which ones strike the perfect chord for you? Festuca glauca 'Elijah Blue' A famous New York n

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