{"product_id":"sorghastrum-nutans-sunset","title":"Sorghastrum nutans 'Golden Sunset'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSorghastrum nutans 'Golden Sunset'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a striking cultivar of Indiangrass selected for its strong upright habit and golden bronze plumes. Its blue green foliage takes on copper and orange hues in fall extending its ornamental interest into winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 48 - 72 in x 24 - 36 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late summer to fall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well drained soils; tolerates dry, rocky, or sandy sites\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low; very drought tolerant once established\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deer resistant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNative Status\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cultivar is derived from Sorghastrum nutans, which is native to much of eastern and central North America. 'Golden Sunset' is a garden selection with improved ornamental qualities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWILDLIFE \u0026amp; INSECTS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eButterflies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHost plant for caterpillars of butterflies such as the Pepper and Salt Skipper and Northern Broken Dash.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBirds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSongbirds and sparrows feed on the seed heads in late fall and winter, while the tall stems offer shelter and nesting sites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpacing \u0026amp; Landscape Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing Recommendations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace 24 - 36 in apart to allow for full mature spread and upright structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape Placement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent as a structural feature in native meadows, prairie gardens, or as a vertical accent in mixed perennial beds. Also effective in erosion control and mass plantings for habitat restoration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEchinacea pallida (Pale Purple Coneflower)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Provides soft lavender blooms that contrast with golden grass plumes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLiatris aspera (Rough Blazing Star)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds upright purple flower spikes and supports pollinators.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAsclepias tuberosa (Butterfly Weed)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Offers bright orange flowers and benefits Monarch butterflies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchizachyrium scoparium (Little Bluestem)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Complements with blue foliage and fall color in native designs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeliopsis helianthoides (False Sunflower)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds summer color and thrives in the same dry, sunny conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"1 Gallon","offer_id":45922210087073,"sku":null,"price":15.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 Gallon","offer_id":45922210119841,"sku":"SORGHASTRUM NUTANS GOLDEN SUNSET","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0359\/3329\/0634\/products\/hhyytgggoollddeenn.jpg?v=1675086442","url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/sorghastrum-nutans-sunset","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}