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Stipa tenuissima 'Pony Tails'
(Nasella tenuissima)
Mexican Feather Grass

This fine textured grass is a must have. It's foliage is feathery light and moves in the slightest breeze shimmering and creating movement in the garden. Blooms late spring-early summer with silvery blond tresses. A cool season grower it will turn an agreeable almond color in the heat of the summer. Full sun. Good drainage. Height and spread 1-2'. Do not cut back; simply clean out old foliage with a stiff rake or fingers. Native to Southwestern US.
Deer resistant.

Z6-9
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