Stipa tenuissima
Ponytail Grass, Mexican Feather Grass, Needle Grass, Spear Grass
Family: Poaceae Grass
| Type | Perennial, grass |
| USDA Hardiness range | 7B - 9A |
| Exposure | Full sun |
| Bloom color | Brown, yellow |
| Bloom time | Early Summer |
| Water needs | Dry to moist |
| Landscape uses | Border, erosion control, ground cover |
| Height | 12" to 24" / 30cm to 60cm |
| Spread | n/a |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Bloom attributes | Suitable for dried flowers |
| Leaf color | Green |
| Fruit color | n/a |
| Soil pH requirements | Neutral |
| Soil type | Loamy |
| Form | Upright or erect |
| Attributes and features | Attractive foilage, native to North America |