{"product_id":"stipa-tenuissima-pony-tails-mexican-feather-grass","title":"Stipa tenuissima 'Pony Tails' - Mexican Feather Grass 3 Litre Pot","description":"\u003ch2\u003eStipa tenuissima 'Pony Tails' - Mexican Feather Grass\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA graceful, clump-forming deciduous grass that brings exceptional movement and texture to gardens with its ultra-fine, hair-like foliage. The delicate green leaves form flowing fountains that sway and shimmer with the slightest breeze, creating a dynamic, ever-changing display. In summer, airy flower heads emerge, aging to beautiful golden-blonde tones that glow when backlit by the sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSeasonal Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh green foliage emerges in fine, flowing clumps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delicate flower heads rise above the foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutumn:\u003c\/strong\u003e Foliage and flowers mature to golden-blonde tones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dried foliage provides structure and movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExceptional movement and flow adds dynamism to plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUltra-fine texture creates soft, feathery appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf-sows gently to naturalize in gravel or well-drained areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtremely drought-tolerant once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow maintenance and deer-resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautiful when backlit by low sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdding movement and texture to borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGravel gardens and Mediterranean plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrairie-style and naturalistic schemes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoftening hard landscaping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContainer planting for textural interest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-maintenance, drought-tolerant gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in well-drained, even poor soil in full sun. Excellent drainage is essential, particularly in winter. Thrives in hot, dry positions where many plants struggle. Leave foliage standing through winter for structure and interest, cutting back to ground level in early spring before new growth emerges. Requires no feeding or special care once established. May self-seed in suitable conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLooks Great With\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in drifts with flowering perennials like Echinacea, Verbena bonariensis and Salvia for prairie-style plantings. Combine with Lavender, Perovskia and Sedum for Mediterranean schemes. Use to soften architectural plants like Agapanthus or structural grasses like Miscanthus.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis beautiful, low-maintenance grass brings year-round texture, movement and ethereal beauty to gardens, making it an essential choice for modern, naturalistic planting designs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grasslands Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56652594086214,"sku":"172467","price":5.55,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/7948\/8326\/files\/422dd2f9-9bd6-41f6-994b-b6181f4499bf.jpg?v=1779790343","url":"https:\/\/www.grasslands.co.uk\/products\/stipa-tenuissima-pony-tails-mexican-feather-grass","provider":"Grasslands Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}