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Nassella tenuissima (Chanticleer)

Nassella tenuissima

Mexican Feather Grass

Mexican Feather Grass has delicate, hair-like green foliage which is topped by airy tan seedheads in early summer. It is great in mixed containers. Formerly named Stipa. Plants may go dormant during periods of summer drought.   Bruce Crawford of The Rutgers Gardens has had it survive in North Jersey, so maybe it's hardier in the ground in a well-drained site.

Height

18 Inches

Spread

12 Inches

Bloom Color

Silver, White

USDA Hardiness Zone

6
Characteristics & Attributes
Attributes
Deer Resistant
Erosion Control
Green Roof Plants
Native
Native - Straight Species
Self-Seeds
Winter Interest
Foliage
Seedheads
Soil Conditions
Average
Dry
Sandy
Bloom Time
Summer
Exposure
Sun
Foliage Color
Green
Grass Season
Cool Season
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