Stipa tenuissima 'Pony Tails' - Mexican Feather Grass 3 Litre Pot
Stipa tenuissima 'Pony Tails' - Mexican Feather GrassA graceful, clump-forming deciduous grass that brings exceptional movement and texture to gardens with its ultra-fine, hair-like foliage. The delicate green leaves form flowing fountains that sway and shimmer with the slightest breeze, creating a dynamic, ever-changing display. In summer, airy flower heads emerge, aging to beautiful golden-blonde tones that glow when backlit by the sun.Seasonal Highlights Spring: Fresh green foliage emerges in fine, flowing clumps Summer: Delicate flower heads rise above the foliage Autumn: Foliage and flowers mature to golden-blonde tones Winter: Dried foliage provides structure and movement Key Features Exceptional movement and flow adds dynamism to plantings Ultra-fine texture creates soft, feathery appearance Self-sows gently to naturalize in gravel or well-drained areas Extremely drought-tolerant once established Low maintenance and deer-resistant Beautiful when backlit by low sun Perfect For Adding movement and texture to borders Gravel gardens and Mediterranean plantings Prairie-style and naturalistic schemes Softening hard landscaping Container planting for textural interest Low-maintenance, drought-tolerant gardens Growing TipsPlant in well-drained, even poor soil in full sun. Excellent drainage is essential, particularly in winter. Thrives in hot, dry positions where many plants struggle. Leave foliage standing through winter for structure and interest, cutting back to ground level in early spring before new growth emerges. Requires no feeding or special care once established. May self-seed in suitable conditions.Looks Great WithPlant in drifts with flowering perennials like Echinacea, Verbena bonariensis and Salvia for prairie-style plantings. Combine with Lavender, Perovskia and Sedum for Mediterranean schemes. Use to soften architectural plants like Agapanthus or structural grasses like Miscanthus.This beautiful, low-maintenance grass brings year-round texture, movement and ethereal beauty to gardens, making it an essential choice for modern, naturalistic planting designs.