Stipa consanguinea
Stipa consanguinea, commonly known as Feather grass, is a perennial ornamental grass that prefers full sun and low water conditions. It grows to a height of 0.6–1.5 meters and is suitable for USDA zones 4–9. This grass thrives in sandy, loamy, or chalky soils and blooms from July to September.
Light
Full sun
Watering
Low water
Soil
Sandy, Loamy, Chalky
Height
0.6–1.5 m
Spread
0.4–0.8 m
Zones
4–9
Plant Feather grass in a location with full sun exposure. It is drought-tolerant once established, requiring minimal watering. Use well-draining soil, such as sandy or loamy types. Cut back the dead foliage in late winter or early spring before new growth appears. It is generally pest and disease resistant.