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STIPA tenuissima
Commonly known as Feather grass
(Syn. Pony Tails) - densely tufted deciduous grass with filament-like light green leaves tipped with feathery panicles or 'Pony Tails'
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Pests & DiseasesNone
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Place of originUSA (Texas, New Mexico) Mexico, Argentina
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DeciduousErect, narrowly linear to filament-like, tightly inrolled leaves 30cm (12in) or more long.
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Fully hardy
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Height60cm (24in)
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Spread30cm (12in)
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Ornamental grassesDensely tufted perennial. Nodding, softly feathery panicles to 30cm (12in) in summer, green at first becoming buff.
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Hardy - cold winterHardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Mature Size60cm (24in)
30cm (12in)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderSuitable for a mixed or herbaceous borderCoastal / windsweptCottage gardenPatio / pot plantsTown garden
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Soil Conditions
Medium to light, fertile, well drained soilModerately fertile.
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Grasses - Care Guide
Stipa - Growing Guide
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