A perennial grass with erect narrow bright green leaves and fluffy greenish white flowerheads ageing to buff throughout summer, remaining ornamental until late autumn. Max Height 60cm. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers June to September. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Stipa tenuifolia
A perennial grass with erect narrow bright green leaves and fluffy greenish white flowerheads ageing to buff throughout summer, remaining ornamental until late autumn.
Additional information
| Generic | Stipa |
|---|---|
| Species | tenuifolia |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | green, white |
| Soil | Light |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 60cm |
| Family | Gramineae |
| Spread | 45cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Erect |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, September |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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