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Once established, stipa feather grass is extremely drought tolerant and thrives with very little supplemental moisture. However, a deep watering once or twice monthly is a good idea during the summer. Cut down old foliage in early spring. Divide the plant any time when it looks tired and overgrown.
- Does Mexican feather grass grow back?
- How do you care for Mexican feather grass?
- How long does Mexican feather grass live?
- Why is my Mexican feather grass turning brown?
- What happens if you don't Cut back ornamental grasses?
- Is Mexican feather grass poisonous?
- Can you split Mexican feather grass?
- Is feather grass invasive?
- How far apart do you plant Mexican feather grass?
- Should you prune Mexican feather grass?
- How much is Mexican feather grass?
Does Mexican feather grass grow back?
This very beautiful perennial is part of the grasses family and it produces beautiful golden panicles from summer to fall.
How do you care for Mexican feather grass?
- Light. While the plant can survive in partial sunlight, Mexican feather grass performs best in full sunlight.
- Soil. Plant Mexican feather grass in a loamy soil, since it needs good drainage. ...
- Water. Mexican feather grass has low-to-average water needs. ...
- Fertilizer. Fertilize annually with compost.
How long does Mexican feather grass live?
Mexican Feather Grass Named Invasive
The seed-bank can persist for more than four years and the plant commonly self-sows in California.
Why is my Mexican feather grass turning brown?
Mexican feathergrass prefers well-drained soil and will go dormant when it's too hot and dry or too cold. Even in good conditions, part of it might lie on the ground or turn brown.
What happens if you don't Cut back ornamental grasses?
This is for emergencies only, though. They don't appreciate harsh pruning and this could weaken or even kill them if you repeat it annually. The majority of commonly grown ornamental grasses, however, are deciduous. Their foliage dies and turns brown in the fall, but often remains standing.
Is Mexican feather grass poisonous?
Toxicity (a Lack Thereof)
Simply put, Mexican feather grass is cat safe. Cats may get sick and vomit after eating it, but that's true for a variety of plants, poisonous or otherwise.
Can you split Mexican feather grass?
Mexican Feather Grass Care Must-Knows
Cut back or rake out dead foliage in early spring before the plant begins growing. Divide Mexican feather grass plants in early spring, right after they begin to send up new green shoots. Dig up the entire clump, then use a sharp spade to cut the clump into three or four sections.
Is feather grass invasive?
Nassella tenuissima, also known as Mexican feathergrass, and formerly known as Stipa tenuissima, is an emerging invasive plant in California. An invasive plant is an introduced species that out-competes native plants and wildlife for space and resources, causing harm — and is often difficult to remove or control.
How far apart do you plant Mexican feather grass?
Characteristics
- Plant Type:
- Height Category: Medium.
- Garden Height: 12 - 24 Inches.
- Spacing: 20 - 24 Inches.
- Spread: 20 - 24 Inches.
- Flower Colors: White.
- Flower Shade: White.
- Foliage Colors: Green.
Should you prune Mexican feather grass?
Mexican Feather Grass (Nassella tenuissima) does not need annual pruning. When individual plants look shabby, they can be cut back in September to a height of about 3 inches. Fountain Grass (Pennisetum s. 'Rubrum') will go dormant in the Fall.
How much is Mexican feather grass?
Mexican Feather Grass is available in 2 sizes: Pint Pot.
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