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Sporobolus wrightii 'Windbreaker' - Windbreaker Giant Sacaton

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Sporobolus wrightii 'Windbreaker' is a stately giant of a grass, known for its robust and hardy nature. As its name suggests, the Windbreaker Giant Sacaton resoundingly dismisses the elements, standing tall at an imposing 5-7 feet amidst both wind and drought thanks to its native southwestern US roots. With a breadth as impressive as its height, this standout landscaping addition not only adds visual depth but a captivating vertical element to your garden space. The slender, arching emerald leaves fill your landscape with a thrilling sense of movement, a symphony of swaying greenery, while the feathery seed heads rise above the foliage, turning from a rich golden in the coolness of fall to a delicate straw-yellow as winter unfolds. Well-suited for full sun exposure and offering outstanding resistance to pests, the Windbreaker's low water usage makes it a sustainable addition to a range of landscapes, from privet bordered homesteads to vast sprawling fields. Whether used for erosion control, as a striking natural privacy screen, or an atmospheric backdrop, each Windbreaker Giant Sacaton invites a dash of wild grandeur to your homestead.

  • Size: 5-7 feet tall with an equally impressive spread
  • Flowers: Feathery seed heads that turn golden in the fall and straw-yellow in the winter
  • Foliage: Slender, arching green leaves
  • Water usage: Low (drought-tolerant)
  • Sun exposure: Full sun
  • Additional feature: Strong wind resistance, ideal for erosion control, privacy screens or as a dramatic backdrop in large landscapes
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