Giant Feather Grass

Stipa Gigantea

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Overview

Giant Feather Grass, or "Stipa gigantea," is a striking ornamental grass, standing at an impressive 4 to 6 feet tall with a spread of 2 to 3 feet. It flaunts tall, airy golden panicles in summer, which sway gracefully and provide a delicate texture against a backdrop of bluish-green, linear leaves. This low-maintenance perennial thrives in full sun with well-drained soil, offering year-round interest even in winter months.

Sun FullWater LowZones 7–9Climate Temperate

Giant Feather Grass (Stipa Gigantea) — or "Stipa gigantea," is a striking ornamental grass

Giant Feather Grass (Stipa Gigantea) — or "Stipa gigantea," is a striking ornamental grass

Giant Feather Grass (Stipa Gigantea) — which sway gracefully and provide a delicate texture against a backdrop of bluish-green

Giant Feather Grass (Stipa Gigantea) — airy golden panicles in summer

Giant Feather Grass (Stipa Gigantea) — offering year-round interest even in winter months

Giant Feather Grass (Stipa Gigantea) — This low-maintenance perennial thrives in full sun with well-drained soil

Giant Feather Grass (Stipa Gigantea) — commonly known as Giant Feather Grass or Golden Oats

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Low
USDA zones: 7–9

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Poaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Giant Feather Grass (Stipa Gigantea) — standing at an impressive 4 to 6 feet tall with a spread of 2 to 3 feet

Giant Feather Grass (Stipa Gigantea) — or "Stipa gigantea," is a striking ornamental grass

Giant Feather Grass (Stipa Gigantea) — which sway gracefully and provide a delicate texture against a backdrop of bluish-green

Giant Feather Grass (Stipa Gigantea) — airy golden panicles in summer

Giant Feather Grass (Stipa Gigantea) — offering year-round interest even in winter months

Giant Feather Grass (Stipa Gigantea) — This low-maintenance perennial thrives in full sun with well-drained soil

Giant Feather Grass (Stipa Gigantea) — commonly known as Giant Feather Grass or Golden Oats

Giant Feather Grass (Stipa Gigantea) — is an ornamental grass that makes a striking statement in the landscape with its imposing size and elegant

Giant Feather Grass (Stipa Gigantea) — this species can reach mature heights of 6 to 8 feet

Giant Feather Grass (Stipa Gigantea) — An evergreen perennial native to the Iberian Peninsula

Giant Feather Grass (Stipa Gigantea) — growing up to 2 to 3 feet in height

Giant Feather Grass (Stipa Gigantea) — tussock-like clump of bright green which persists year-round

Giant Feather Grass (Stipa Gigantea) — adding texture and movement to the landscape

Giant Feather Grass (Stipa Gigantea) — In late spring to early summer

Giant Feather Grass (Stipa Gigantea) — slender flower spikes emerge

Giant Feather Grass (Stipa Gigantea) — golden panicles that shimmer in the sunlight

Giant Feather Grass (Stipa Gigantea) — towering above the foliage and bearing airy

Giant Feather Grass (Stipa Gigantea) — These panicles can span up to 12 inches long and persist well into the winter

Giant Feather Grass (Stipa Gigantea) — providing enduring visual interest.<br><br>For the landscape designer

Giant Feather Grass (Stipa Gigantea) — Stipa gigantea is ideal for use as a focal point

Giant Feather Grass (Stipa Gigantea) — or as part of a grass garden

Giant Feather Grass (Stipa Gigantea) — It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil

Giant Feather Grass (Stipa Gigantea) — tolerating drought once established

Giant Feather Grass (Stipa Gigantea) — ensuring adaptability to a variety of temperate climates

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