{"product_id":"stipa-tenuifolia","title":"Stipa tenuifolia","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"gmail-tw-container\" class=\"gmail-\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"gmail-tw-ob\" class=\"gmail-tw-src-ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gmail-oSioSc\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"gmail-tw-target\" class=\"gmail-m1hag\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"gmail-kAz1tf\" class=\"gmail-g9WsWb gmail-PZPZlf\"\u003e\n\u003cp tabindex=\"0\"\u003eStipa tenuifolia, commonly known as Mexican feather grass, is a graceful, clump-forming ornamental grass prized for its fine, hair-like foliage and airy, flowing texture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp tabindex=\"0\"\u003eAlso known as Nassella tenuissima or Stipa tenuissim, this perennial forms soft mounds of slender, bright green leaves that sway elegantly in the slightest breeze, creating a sense of movement and lightness in the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp tabindex=\"0\"\u003eIt is still widely referenced in botanical and horticultural literature under its synonym \u003ci\u003eStipa tenuifolia\u003c\/i\u003e, and has received the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit under that name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp tabindex=\"0\"\u003eRegardless of the names that we have imposed upon it, this tall grass will create a beautiful dynamism and softness wherever she lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"gmail-kAz1tf\" class=\"gmail-g9WsWb gmail-PZPZlf\"\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 tabindex=\"0\"\u003e👨‍🌾 GARDENING TIPS👨‍🌾: \u003cstrong\u003eStipa tenuifolia\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrune them back hard in the winter to make room for new growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLooks great with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/:%20https:\/\/plantdavenir.com\/product\/echinacea-purpurea\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"332\" data-end=\"345\"\u003eEchinacea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plantdavenir.com\/product\/rudbeckia-hirta-prairie-sun\/\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"347\" data-end=\"360\"\u003eRudbeckia\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plantdavenir.com\/product\/salvia-icterina\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"365\" data-end=\"375\"\u003eSalvia\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more about gardening with Stipas:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eENG:  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bethchatto.co.uk\/discover\/our-blog\/guides\/stipa-how-to-grow-and-care-for.htm\"\u003eHow to grow and Care for Stipas\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFR: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jardin-pratique.fr\/2017\/12\/01\/reussir-la-plantation-dune-stipa-tenuissima\/\"\u003eRéussir une plantation de Stipa\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Tale \u0026amp; The Botany : Stipa tenuifolia\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Stipa\" is derived from the Greek word \u003cb\u003estuppeion \u003c\/b\u003emeaning 'fibre' in reference the use of fibers of the species Stipa tenuissima to make rope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Nassella\" is derivaed from the Latin diminutive of \u003cstrong\u003enassa\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning a 'narrow-necked wicker basket'\u003cb\u003e.Stipa tenuifolia\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts foliage remains relatively low to the ground, typically reaching 30–60 cm in height, while its flower plumes can rise slightly above the leaves, adding a delicate vertical accent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"625\" data-end=\"1149\"\u003eFloral Morphology\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"625\" data-end=\"1149\"\u003eIn late spring and early summer, Stipa tenuifolia produces narrow, feathery seed heads that catch the light, often shimmering like golden threads in the sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"625\" data-end=\"1149\"\u003eThese flower plumes persist for weeks, gradually maturing to a subtle straw or beige tone, adding gentle, long-lasting interest well into autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"625\" data-end=\"1149\"\u003eThe plant’s texture and movement make it particularly effective in mixed borders, rock gardens, or naturalistic plantings, where it can contrast beautifully with bold-leaved perennials or colorful flowering plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1151\" data-end=\"1553\"\u003eEcology\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1151\" data-end=\"1553\"\u003eStipa tenuifolia thrives in well-drained soil and prefers full sun, showing remarkable tolerance for drought once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1151\" data-end=\"1553\"\u003eIt is hardy in a wide range of climates, making it a versatile and low-maintenance addition to ornamental landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1151\" data-end=\"1553\"\u003eIts light, flowing form also makes it an excellent choice for container plantings, patio accents, or as a border plant that softens hard edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTES: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt; It is illegal to import \u003ci\u003eN. tenuissima\u003c\/i\u003e into Australia as it is classified as invasive. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt; Sometimes it is imported as a nursery plant under incorrect or outdated names. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOther Names:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMexican feathergrass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinestem needlegrass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArgentine needle-grass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSouth-Western United States, Northern Mexico\u003csup id=\"cite_ref-Barkworth_4-1\" class=\"reference\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e and Argentina.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"plant d'Avenir","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56728159912309,"sku":"pda251","price":4.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0954\/7841\/5733\/files\/StipaTenuifolia_Presentation-1.jpg?v=1770822209","url":"https:\/\/www.plantdavenir.com\/en\/products\/stipa-tenuifolia","provider":"plant d'Avenir","version":"1.0","type":"link"}