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Giant Feather Grass

Stipa gigantea
SKU: HC015274
$9.99
per Plant - 5" Deep Pot
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Overview
A giant growing ornamental grass with tall, graceful flower spikes in late spring, this plant thrives in heat and poor, well drained soils. Drought resistant/drought tolerant plant (xeric).
key features
Botanical Name
Stipa gigantea
Growing Zones
Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10
Advantages
Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Birds, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Low Maintenance, Cut Flowers, Dried Flowers, Evergreen, Mass Plantings, Container Planting
Soil Moisture
Waterwise
Light Requirements
Full Sun
Mature Height
60-72" tall (5-6 feet)
Bloom Time
Late spring to early summer
SKU
HC015274

Description

A little known ornamental grass from the Mediterranean, Stipa gigantea's dramatic presence is eye catching in the landscape. A cool season grower, this Stipa blooms in late spring and early summer with graceful 6 ft. tall flower spikes. Giant Stipa thrives in heat and is excellent for use as a hedge, along walls or driveways.
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