Giant Sacaton
Sporobolus wrightii
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Details & Attributes
| Plant Type(s) | Grass |
| Native to Arizona | Yes! |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Sun | Full sun, partial shade |
| Has Spines | No |
| Size In relative feet, width by height |
5-6'+ -5-6' |
| Freeze Tolerant | Yes |
| Flowering Season | March-November |
| Flower Color | Green |
| Minimum Temperature Range | -30 °F |
| Leaf Description | Narrow, flat blades, open sheaths |
| Fruit | These seed heads attract birds |
| View on SEINet | View SEINet Entry |
| Range Map | View SEINet Range Map |
| Elevation Range | 2000-6500 ft. |
| Description | One of the stateliest of the native grasses due to its large stature and pyramidal shaped inflorescence. In habitat this species prefers moist meadows and creek bottoms where it thrives with the extra moisture. In landscapes this plant makes a fantastic basin or greywater garden planting. Give this species plenty of space to grow because it can easily swallow other plants placed nearby. The seeds from this species easily seperate from the chaff and are an important wildlife food source, with a rich ethnobotanical history as well. This plant would be appropriate for gardens throuhgout the state due to its cold hardiness. Plants generally reach about 6' but there are cultivars which reach 10-12'. |
