Nassella tenuissima

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Mexican Feather Grass

 
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Information by: George Hull MSN        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Soft, flexible foliage move with a breeze. Grows to 2'. Goes somewhat dormant during summer but green in spring & fall. Prefers a sunny, well-drained site. This plant can be invasive in some areas, so use caution. Native to NM, TX, Mexico and Argentina, 5-8000'. To keep reseeding to a minimum, drip irrigation will be best. Cut back in early spring to remove dormant foliage and dried seed heads. Can also tolerate dry shade. 14" x 10" Finest textured of ornamental grasses. Very drought tolerant.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Grass

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

Green

 

Flower Season

Summer

 

Leaf Color

Brown, Light Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

 

Water

Low, Medium

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Meadow, Wild Garden

 

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Showy Flowers, Silhouette

 

Seasonal Interest

Summer

 

Location Uses

Perennial Border, Foundation, Parking Strip, Raised Planter, With Rocks

 

Special Uses

Erosion Control, Filler, Mass Planting, Naturalizing, Small Spaces

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.