{"product_id":"stipa-gigantea-2-litre-pot","title":"Stipa gigantea 2 Litre Pot","description":"\u003ch2\u003eStipa gigantea – Giant Feather Grass\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA majestic, semi-evergreen ornamental grass with towering golden flower heads\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStipa gigantea\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as Giant Feather Grass, is one of the most spectacular ornamental grasses available for the garden. Forming a low, evergreen clump of narrow, arching green foliage, it sends up tall, elegant stems in early summer topped with open, oat-like panicles that shimmer and sway in the lightest breeze. These golden flower heads catch the sunlight beautifully, creating a dazzling, translucent effect that few other plants can match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA firm favourite in contemporary and naturalistic planting alike, \u003cem\u003eStipa gigantea\u003c\/em\u003e brings dramatic height, movement, and year-round structure to borders, gravel gardens, and prairie-style schemes — all with remarkably little maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSeasonal Beauty \u0026amp; Growth\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe semi-evergreen clump of fine, arching green leaves looks fresh and tidy as new growth gets underway. Tall flowering stems begin to emerge from the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe plant reaches its peak as towering stems carry loosely branched panicles of golden, oat-like flower heads. These shimmer and catch the light, creating a breathtaking display of movement and luminosity above the foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAutumn:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nFlower heads deepen to rich amber and straw tones, remaining decorative well into the season and providing warm golden colour as other plants begin to fade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nDried stems and seed heads persist, adding skeletal structure and texture to the winter garden. The evergreen foliage clump remains intact, keeping the border looking furnished through the colder months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStructure \u0026amp; Form\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eClump-forming, semi-evergreen ornamental grass\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eLow mound of narrow, arching green foliage\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eTall, slender flowering stems rising well above the foliage clump\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eOpen, airy panicles of golden oat-like flower heads\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eCreates dramatic height without visual heaviness\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of low-growing foliage and soaring flower stems gives \u003cem\u003eStipa gigantea\u003c\/em\u003e a unique transparency that allows planting behind it to remain visible, making it perfect as a see-through accent in the middle or front of a border.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect for Various Landscapes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMixed Borders:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adds impressive height and graceful movement without overwhelming neighbouring plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGravel \u0026amp; Dry Gardens:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thrives in free-draining conditions, making it ideal alongside other drought-tolerant perennials and shrubs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrairie \u0026amp; Naturalistic Planting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pairs beautifully with flowering perennials such as \u003cem\u003eEchinacea\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eSalvia\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eAchillea\u003c\/em\u003e in relaxed, meadow-inspired schemes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArchitectural Planting:\u003c\/strong\u003e A bold vertical accent that provides structure and elegance in formal or contemporary designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife Gardens:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seed heads attract birds and provide habitat for beneficial insects through autumn and winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Conditions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nFull sun is essential for the best flowering and strongest growth. \u003cem\u003eStipa gigantea\u003c\/em\u003e thrives in open, sunny locations where air can circulate freely around the stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nPrefers well-drained to dry soil. It is highly tolerant of poor, sandy, or stony soils and performs particularly well in free-draining conditions. Avoid heavy, wet, or waterlogged ground, especially over winter, which can cause the clump to rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nHardy in most parts of the UK, tolerating temperatures down to approximately -10°C to -15°C. Good drainage is the key to successful overwintering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nOnce established, \u003cem\u003eStipa gigantea\u003c\/em\u003e is drought tolerant and requires little supplementary watering. Young plants benefit from occasional watering during dry spells in their first season while they settle in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo regular feeding is necessary. Overly fertile soils can lead to lax, floppy growth — this grass is at its best in lean, well-drained conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning \u0026amp; Tidying:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIn early spring, before new growth begins, remove any dead or tatty foliage from the clump. Old flowering stems can be cut back at the same time. Avoid cutting into the crown too hard — simply tidy rather than cut back severely, as \u003cem\u003eStipa gigantea\u003c\/em\u003e does not always recover well from drastic pruning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDivision:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nClumps can be divided in spring if they become very large, though \u003cem\u003eStipa gigantea\u003c\/em\u003e generally performs best when left undisturbed for several years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Stipa gigantea?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpectacular golden flower heads that shimmer in the breeze\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grasslands Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57716441907526,"sku":"174358","price":4.8,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/7948\/8326\/files\/e98edcc1-e659-48b6-8d13-2d9377636c30_800x800_21b9b11f-46da-4ad1-9ee3-87a825d2d357.jpg?v=1793099013","url":"https:\/\/www.grasslands.co.uk\/products\/stipa-gigantea-2-litre-pot","provider":"Grasslands Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}