Stipa ambigua
Stipa ambigua, commonly known as ambiguous feather grass, is an ornamental grass that thrives in full sun and requires low water. It is an evergreen perennial that can reach a height of 0.5 to 1 meter and is suitable for USDA zones 4–9. This grass prefers sandy, loamy, or chalky soils.
Light
Full sun
Watering
Low water
Soil
Sandy, Loamy, Chalky
Height
0.5–1 m
Spread
0.3–0.6 m
Zones
4–9
This grass is well-suited for full sun exposure and is highly drought-tolerant, making it ideal for xeriscaping. It prefers well-drained soils, including sandy, loamy, and chalky types. Its evergreen nature provides year-round interest.