Gossamer fine blades ripple in the slightest breeze like living silk. Plant where you can watch it move.
Quick Reference
- Bloom Season
- May to Jul
- USDA Zones
- 6-10
- Sun
- Full Sun
- Water
- Low - drought tolerant
- Mature Height
- 18-24"
- Bloom Colors
- GreenWhite
△ Deer Resistant✦ Low Maintenance〰 Ground Cover▢ Container Friendly
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About This Name
Nassella tenuissima is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Mexican Feather Grass unambiguously. The genus Nassella places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Mexican Feather Grass, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Nassella tenuissima will give you the most precise results.