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Stipa tenuissima


Mexican Feather Grass

USDA Zone: 6-9

Plant number: 8.350.150


(=Nasella tenuissima) A clump-forming grass, this is a terrific accent for the front of a sunny border, the rock garden, or in mixed containers. Plants form a mound of fine, hair-like green leaves, bearing pale yellow flowers that turn into whiskered tan-coloured heads by late summer. Very soft and silky in appearance. Sometimes acts as a self-seeding annual. Drought tolerant once established.

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Stipa tenuissima

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
Soil Type
Soil pH
Soil Moisture
Care Level
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
Blooming Time
Foliage Color
Plant Uses & Characteristics
Flower Head Size
Height
   45-60 cm
   18-23 inches
Spread
   30-45 cm
   12-18 inches
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Stipa tenuissima


Mexican Feather Grass

USDA Zone: 6-9

Plant number: 8.350.150


(=Nasella tenuissima) A clump-forming grass, this is a terrific accent for the front of a sunny border, the rock garden, or in mixed containers. Plants form a mound of fine, hair-like green leaves, bearing pale yellow flowers that turn into whiskered tan-coloured heads by late summer. Very soft and silky in appearance. Sometimes acts as a self-seeding annual. Drought tolerant once established.

Further details for
Stipa tenuissima

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
Soil Type
Soil pH
Soil Moisture
Care Level
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
Blooming Time
Foliage Color
Plant Uses & Characteristics
Flower Head Size
Height
   45-60 cm
   18-23 inches
Spread
   30-45 cm
   12-18 inches
Foot Traffic
  

Growth Rate