Feather Grass. A perennial grass with erect narrow bright green leaves. Soft feathery greenish white panicles ageing to buff throughout summer, remaining ornamental until late autumn. Max Height 80cm. Max Spread 60cm. Flowers June to August. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Stipa tenuissima – 2 Ltr
A perennial grass with erect narrow bright green leaves. Soft feathery greenish white panicles ageing to buff throughout summer, remaining ornamental until late autumn.
Additional information
| Generic | Stipa |
|---|---|
| Species | tenuissima |
| Varietry | – 2 Ltr |
| Common Name | Feather Grass |
| Flower Colour | green, white |
| Soil | Light |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 80cm |
| Family | Gramineae |
| Spread | 60cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Erect |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, August |
| 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 | |
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