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Nassella tenuissima

Family Gramineae
Plant Type ornamental grass
Zone 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 bears 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 .
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, border, container, dried flowers and edging.
Special Characteristics Nassella tenuissima is tolerant of drought.
Cautions This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.