Nassella tenuissima | Mexican feathergrass

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formerly Stipa tenuissima

Mexican feathergrass (Nasella tenuissima) is one of the most beautiful ornamental grasses you can grow. Fine, green spring foliage quickly fades to silvery-tan as the weather warms, creating an ethereal effect in the garden.

This southwestern US native is only hard to zone 7, however, we have had success growing it as a perennial in our cold, wet, zone 5 garden in a location with excellent drainage and protection from the coldest winds.

Zones: 7 to 10
Family: Poaceae
Type: Ornamental Grass
Height: 18 to 24 in.
Spread: 18 to 24 in.
Exposure: Full Sun
Soil: Dry, Average, Well-drained
Bloom Time: June to October
Native Range: southwestern United States to southern Mexico