The leaves wrap around the stalk, more than 50% of the diameter usually. The blades or leaves are about 12-14″ long by 1/2″ wide. On each stalk there will be multiple blades in an alternate formation along the clump. I’ve observed the stalks growing at approximately a 60-80 degree angle as measured from horizontal, upwards. Stalk / StemĮach plant will have several stalks (culms) emanating from a central root stock. But if given space the grass will spread out diametrically, as the stalks seem to grow at an angle and not straight up vertically. When not in bloom it is a fairly plain and unassuming grass, that can easily be confused for other species (at least by me). Purpletop Physical Description and Identification The Scientific Name of Purpletop Grass is Tridens Flavus.Provides valuable food for birds in winter.Doesn’t require fertilizer to grow well.Purpletop grows well in poor soils, where other plants struggle.Native range is from the Rocky Mountains to the Atlantic Ocean.Purpletop Grass growing in my neighborhood Purpletop Grass Facts Although many grasses are hard to identify, this one is quite easy to spot along roads when it blooms in late summer, as it will make a purple hue along the ditch or shoulder. Native to North America, this grass is tolerant of salt making at very common along the roadsides. This is definitely one of our ‘ornamental’ Native Grasses when planted densely. Purpletop is a perennial grass that grows 3-5′ tall and puts on a beautiful display of purple colors from the seed heads in Late Summer and Early Fall.
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