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Mexican Feather Grass ‘Ponytails’ - Nassella tenuissima

Original price £8.79 - Original price £8.79
Original price
£8.79
£8.79 - £8.79
Current price £8.79

Mexican Feather Grass 'Ponytails' forms soft, flowing clumps of fine green foliage beneath pale, feathery seed heads. It adds movement and light texture to borders, gravel gardens and container planting.

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Plant characteristics
2 Litre Only available in this pot size

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Full Description

Stipa tenuissima ‘Ponytails’ A graceful, fine-textured ornamental grass forming soft, flowing clumps of hair-like green foliage topped with feathery, pale seed heads. Adds movement and light texture to borders, gravel gardens, or container plantings. Maintenance: Comb through dead foliage in spring to tidy and encourage fresh growth; avoid hard cutting.

Choosing this plant for your space

Consider the foliage and form described above when combining this grass with neighbouring plants. Plan its position so its outline can be appreciated, while retaining access for the seasonal maintenance described for this plant.

Position and soil

Choose a sunny position. Well-drained soil is suitable, including soil that retains moisture while allowing excess water to drain away.

Choosing your size

Check the measurements and any options shown for this product before adding it to your basket. Use those details to plan the planting space and quantity required for your scheme.

Planting and care

Choose a position in full sun. Use freely draining soil and avoid leaving roots in standing water.

Check the measurements and any options shown for this product before adding it to your basket. Use those details to plan the planting space and quantity required for your scheme.

Water thoroughly after planting and check soil moisture regularly during establishment, particularly in dry or windy weather. Keep competing weeds clear and avoid piling mulch against stems.

What you’ll receive

Supplied according to the option you select for this product.

Pot Size: 2 Litre.

Delivery and unpacking

On arrival, carefully remove outer packaging and check the plants against your order. Handle plants by their pot or root ball where possible, rather than pulling on stems or branches.

Check root moisture and water if needed. Until planting, keep the plants upright in a sheltered position and prevent roots from drying out. If supplied bare-root, keep the roots covered and moist and plant promptly when conditions allow.

Delivery arrangements and any charges are those confirmed for your order.

Important information

Mexican feather grass is not established as a chemically poisonous garden plant. Its fine awns and seedheads can irritate an animal’s eyes, ears or mouth, so discourage chewing and remove loose seed material. Do not use ornamental cuttings as feed.

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