Indiangrass (Sorghastrum nutans), proposed by Akène
🌿 An elegant and resistant native grass 🌿
Indian grass , also called Indian grass , is a hardy perennial grass that can grow up to 1.75 meters tall . It is distinguished by its upright stems and narrow, linear foliage , which turns a golden hue in the fall , adding warmth and movement to landscapes. From June to September , it produces beautiful, dense, feathery flower panicles , ranging from gold to brown , creating a stunning visual spectacle .
🌱 Ideal for meadows, naturalistic gardens and ecological restoration , it adapts to well-drained and sunny soils . Thanks to its deep roots , it plays a key role in preventing erosion and improving soil structure .
Characteristics of the variety
📅 Flowering : June to September
📏 Height : 150 to 175 cm
🌱 Spacing : 40 cm
☀️ Exposure : Sun
🌿 Life cycle : Perennial
🌾 Soil type : Silty to clayey
💧 Soil moisture content : Medium
🦌 Deer Resistance : High
📦 Seeds per packet : 100
Sowing and cultivation
📏 Sowing depth : 5 mm
🌡 Germination time : 10 to 20 days
❄️ Cold stratification : 30 days
⚡ Scarification : Not required
🔹 Indoor method (recommended for optimal germination) :
1️⃣ Mix the seeds with a moist substrate ( sand, perlite or vermiculite ) and place them in an airtight bag in the refrigerator for 30 days .
2️⃣ After stratification, sow the seeds 5 mm deep in light, well-drained potting soil.
3️⃣ Maintain constant humidity without excess until germination (10 to 20 days).
🔹 Outdoor method :
🌿 Sow directly in the fall to allow natural stratification during the winter.
💧 Make sure the soil is well drained and exposed to the sun .
🌱 Once established, leaning sorghum forms a beautiful ground cover and contributes to the resilience of ecosystems.
Ecological roles and utilities
🐝 An asset for biodiversity : Its floral panicles attract pollinators and contribute to the pollination of surrounding plants.
🌾 An effective soil stabilizer : Its deep roots limit erosion and improve soil structure.
🐦 A food source for wildlife : Its seeds feed many granivorous birds .
🏞️ A key plant for ecological restoration : Used to rehabilitate disturbed meadows and land .
Companion plants
🌿 Goldenrod, Echinacea, Rudbeckia, Aster
Enemy plants
🌿 None known
Why grow leaning sorghum?
🌱 An elegant and resilient native grass
🐝 A refuge and food source for local wildlife
🌾 Ideal for soil stabilization and ecological restoration projects
🍂 Golden foliage that enhances autumn landscapes
🌿 Add this majestic grass to your garden for a natural and ecological touch!
