Stipa arundinacea – Pheasant’s grass

Stipa arundinacea syn. anemanthele lessoniana is a very attractive clump forming grass with narrow olive green leaves that streak with yellow, red and orange in the Autumn. Commonly known as pheasant’s grass, it bears slender feathery purplish flower heads in summer. Excellent planted in a container.

Site: Tolerates some exposure
Position: Full sun to part shade
Soil: Fertile and well drained soil
Flowering Period: June to September
Hardiness: Hardy
Size: Height: 100cm (36″). Spread: 100cm (36″)