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Thin Man Indian Grass

Sorghastrum Nutans ‘Thin Man’

Scientific Name	Sorghastrum Nutans ‘Thin Man’
Common Name	Thin Man Indian Grass
Family	Poaceae (Grass)
Habit	Grass/Sedge
Growth Form	Upright
Mature Size	6’ High, 24-30” Wide
Flowers	Late Summer, Yellow
Hardiness	Zone 4-9
Sun Requirements	Sun to Partial Sun
Water Requirements	Moderate To Xeric
Soil Requirements	Clay, Loam Or Sandy
Other Info	Drought Tolerant, Deer Resistant, North American Native