Nassella Mexican Feather Grass
Create soft, wind-swept movement with fine green foliage and airy golden seedheads. Mexican Feather Grass forms a delicate clump of hair-like leaves and flowing flower panicles. Its drought tolerance and light texture make it attractive in sunny, well-drained landscapes.
Growing Guide
- Sun Exposure: Full Sun to Part Sun
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 6 - 10
- Mature Height: 1'–3'
- Mature Width: 1'–3'
- Spacing: 2'
- Soil: Dry to average, well-drained soil
- Water Needs: Low once established
- Growth Rate: Moderate
Plant Details
- Botanical Name: Nassella tenuissima
- Common Name: Mexican Feather Grass
- Plant Type: Ornamental Grass
- Bloom Color: White
- Season of Interest: Summer, Year-Round
- Foliage: Semi-Evergreen
- Growth Habit: Fine-Textured, Clumping, and Arching
- Pollinator Friendly: When flowering
Key Features
- Fine hair-like foliage
- Airy golden seedheads
- Graceful movement
- Drought tolerant once established
- Strong naturalistic texture
Landscape Uses
- Rock gardens
- Borders
- Mass plantings
- Containers
- Naturalized areas
Planting & Care Tips
- Plant in full sun.
- Provide well-drained soil.
- Avoid rich or wet conditions.
- Check local guidance because this species can self-seed aggressively in some regions.
Companion Plants
- White Cloud Muhly Grass
- Lavandula Anouk
- Nepeta Junior Walker
- Coreopsis
- Salvia
Please Note: Our photos represent the variety you will receive. Because plants are living products, size and fullness may vary naturally with the season and stage of growth, while remaining true to the variety shown.
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