Stipa gigantea
Giant Stipa Grass
Details
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.| SKU | HBLE151 |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Giant Stipa Grass |
| Botanical Name | Stipa gigantea |
| Zones | 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 |
| Light Requirements | Full Sun |
| Mature Height | 60-72" tall (5-6 feet) |
| Mature Spread | 18" wide |
| Bloom Time | Late spring to early summer |
| Ships As | Potted Plant |
| Planting Time | Spring / Summer, Fall |
| Soil Type | Sandy Soil, Low Fertility Soil, Well-Drained Soil |
| Soil Moisture | Drought Resistant / Waterwise |
| Amount of Rain | 10 to 20", 20 to 30", 30 to 40" |
| Advantages | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant |
| Ideal Region | Western Only, Hot Desert, Coastal California |
| Neonicotinoid-Free | Yes - Learn More |
| Ships to Hawaii, Alaska & Canada | No |
Planting Guides
Shipping
Plant Shipping: Buy now and we will ship your order at the ideal planting time for your region. Spring-Planted Perennial and Bulb orders will ship from February 27-June 30, warmest zones first. Most plant orders will arrive within 3-4 days, or less, of leaving our greenhouses. This prompt delivery is provided without additional express charges.
Grass Plugs Will ship at planting time in spring 2017, beginning in late February.
Wildflower Seed & Grass Seed Orders ship within 2-3 days.
Standard shipping costs are $4.99 and up, depending on the size of the order.
Make Fast Even Faster: For ‘Rush’ same week delivery, please call customer service at 800-925-9387.
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Pros
- Accurate Instructions
- Attractive
- Hardy
- Healthy
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Garden
- Outdoors
- Patio
- Pool Area
Comments about High Country Gardens Stipa gigantea:
We had a gorgeous specimen I loved to watch when the sun rose and hit the dew on his seed heads. Like sparkling stars. Magical. Then the contractor destroyed it without telling me so I could save it. I hunted over 5 years to find a source. It needs to be where it can be seen in early morning with the dew. I hope my current plant grows up to be like its predecessor. A fantastic grass. Very hard to find.
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USDA Hardiness Planting Zones
To determine if a plant is sufficiently cold hardy, the USDA created numbered zones indicating winter low temperatures; the lower the zone number the colder the winter.
- If the coldest winter temperature expected in your area is -15°F (zone 5) then any plants rated zones 3-5 will survive the winter temperatures in your area.
- If you live in very warm winter areas (zones 9-11) plants with zones 3-4 ratings are not recommended. The lack of freezing winter temperatures do not provide a time for winter dormancy (rest).
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