Stipa pulcherrima - Feather Grass Seeds -ORNAMENTAL ,PERENNIAL

Evergreen or deciduous, perennial grasses that are tufted and bristly. Stipas do well in the sun and plant height varies depending on species. One species of Stipa will grow to 3 ft. tall. S. arundinacea tolerates partial shade. Stipa works well in a mixed or shrub border. The inflorescences are suitable for cutting, and are often dyed to use as part of a flower ensemble. 

Sow seeds in spring, in containers in a cold frame (for protection and to ensure hardiness). Can also propagate by division in mid-spring to early summer.
Season: Perennial

• USDA Zones: 6 - 10
• Height: 16 inches
• Width: 12 inches
• Foliage Color: Medium green
• Flower Color: White spikes
• Growth Rate: Fast
• Fall Color: Golden brown
• Soil Requirement: Average garden soil, pH 6.0 - 7.0
• Environment: Full sun
• Moisture Requirements: Average to dry

Planting Directions

• Temperature: 68 - 72F
• Average Germ Time: 2 - 3 weeks
• Light Required: Yes
• Depth: Cover seeds lightly
• Sowing Rate: 5 - 6 seeds per plant
• Moisture: Keep seeds moist until germination
• Plant Spacing: 12 inches