Sungrass Prairie — Magic: The Gathering card

Sungrass Prairie

Land

{1}, {T}: Add {G}{W}.

*On Otaria, peace and harmony are rare. Places that provide both are cherished.*

Set Tarkir: Dragonstorm Commander
Rarity Rare
Mana Value 0
Artist Ron Spencer
Collector # 397

Why Play Sungrass Prairie

Budget mana fixing makes this land appealing for casual Green-White decks that can't afford premium dual lands. The activation cost means you'll typically use it in the mid-to-late game when you have extra mana available, making it suitable for slower strategies rather than aggressive builds. Ramp decks and creature-based strategies benefit most, as they can afford the tempo loss while gaining color consistency for key spells.

Format Notes

Commander represents the primary home for Sungrass Prairie, where the singleton format values any reliable mana fixing and games run long enough to make the activation cost worthwhile. Legacy and Vintage see virtually no play due to superior alternatives like Savannah and Windswept Heath. The budget price point makes it accessible for newer players building their first multicolor decks, though competitive players will quickly upgrade to faster options.

Combos & Synergies

Amulet of Vigor eliminates the enters-tapped downside while making the mana immediately available for two-color plays. Rings of Brighthearth doubles the mana output by copying the activated ability, effectively giving you four mana for three. Cards like Exploration and Burgeoning help deploy additional lands to offset the tempo loss, while Crucible of Worlds provides recurring value if the Prairie gets destroyed.