Stipa gigantea
GIANT FEATHER GRASS, GOLDEN OATS
Poaceae

 
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Plant type: evergreen soft-wooded perennial or grass

Hardiness zones: 9-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry between watering to constantly moist

Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: high wind, light frost
2.5m
Plant habit
 
1.2m

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Origins: Europe-W Russia

Other Botanical Names: Celtica gigantea

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Stipa gigantea
GIANT FEATHER GRASS, GOLDEN OATS
Poaceae

 

  Plant type: evergreen soft-wooded perennial or grass

Hardiness zones: 9-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry between watering to constantly moist

Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: high wind, light frost
2.5m
Plant habit
 
1.2m

FEATURES

Flowers: purple & silver

Flowering Time: early summer to late summer


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits mediterranean, oriental, contemporary, coastal & cottage designs

Uses: informal screen, informal hedge, accents, border, soil binding

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average






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