How much sun does Lopsided indian grass need?

Lopsided indian grass grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Lopsided indian grass bloom?

Lopsided indian grass blooms in September, October, and November.

Where is Lopsided indian grass native?

Lopsided indian grass (Sorghastrum secundum) is native to AL, AR, FL, GA and 4 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).

What pollinators does Lopsided indian grass attract?

Lopsided indian grass draws wind.

Lopsided indian grass

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Sorghastrum secundum

Last reviewed: October 2026

Lopsided indian grass (Sorghastrum secundum) is a perennial grass native to AL, AR, FL, GA and 4 more states. It blooms in September, October, and November. The flowers draw wind.

Toxicity unknown

Lopsided indian grass (Sorghastrum secundum) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

Light

full sun

Water

medium

Size

36"–60" H × 18"–24" W

Bloom

Sep, Oct, Nov

Native to

AL, AR, FL, GA and 4 more states

Pollinators

wind

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A warm-season bunchgrass of open pinelands with upright blue-green blades that turn gold in fall, topped by seedheads that lean noticeably to one side, giving the plant its lopsided common name.

Growing Lopsided indian grass

Grow Lopsided indian grass in full sun and medium water. Mature plants reach 36 to 60 inches tall and spread 18 to 24 inches wide.

Wildlife value

The abundant fall seed crop feeds seed-eating birds through winter, and the clump provides cover for ground-nesting insects.

Common questions

How much sun does Lopsided indian grass need?: Lopsided indian grass grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Lopsided indian grass bloom?: Lopsided indian grass blooms in September, October, and November.
Where is Lopsided indian grass native?: Lopsided indian grass (Sorghastrum secundum) is native to AL, AR, FL, GA and 4 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
What pollinators does Lopsided indian grass attract?: Lopsided indian grass draws wind.

Native range data from the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew). Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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