USDA: 7a - 11 RHS: H - FT EGF: H3 - G2 Australia: 1 - 5
Care Level
Height
45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Spread
45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light
full sun
Soil Moisture
low to average, well-drained
Soil Type
loam to sandy
Soil pH
neutral to alkaline
Description
The ornamental grass Nassella tenuissima 'Pony Tails' (finestem needlegrass) produces showy and medium green blossoms during early summer to mid summer. This plant is arching in form and has showy, matte, fine textured and semi-evergreen foliage that is faded green in colour. Showy fruit are produced by Nassella tenuissima 'Pony Tails' (finestem needlegrass).
Typical Uses
Alpine or rock garden, border, container, dried flowers and edging.
Special Characteristics
Nassella tenuissima 'Pony Tails' is tolerant of drought.
Cautions
This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.