Stipa Seeds - Barbata
10 Seeds
4.99
20 Seeds
8.99
SEASON
Perennial
USDA ZONES
6 - 10
HEIGHT
20 inches
WIDTH
12 inches
FOLIAGE COLOR
Green
FLOWER COLOR
Silver
SOIL REQUIREMENT
Average garden soil, pH 6.0 - 7.0
ENVIRONMENT
Full sun
DEER RESISTANT
Yes
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Stipa (Stipa Barbata) - This drought tolerant ornamental grass is also called, "Silver Feather Grass." Many gardeners consider it to be one of the most attractive and graceful of all perennial ornamental grasses.MORE STIPA OPTIONS
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TEMPERATURE
68 - 72F
TEMPERATURE
AVERAGE GERM TIME
AVERAGE GERM TIME
14 - 21 days
LIGHT REQUIRED
Yes
DEPTH
Cover seeds lightly
SOWING RATE
5 - 6 seeds per plant
MOISTURE
Keep seeds moist until germination
PLANT SPACING
12 - 16 inches
Add a touch of elegance to your garden with Outsidepride Stipa Grass Seeds. Our evergreen, drought-tolerant ornamental grass thrives in USDA Zones 6-10, growing 16-30 inches tall and 12-36 inches wide. Featuring varieties that produce green, bronze, and golden foliage with stunning white, silver, and green flower spikes, it's perfect for full sun gardens. Deer deterrent and low-maintenance, it prefers average garden soil (pH 6.0-7.0). Sow seeds at 68-72°F, keep moist and enjoy beautiful, hardy perennial grass for years to come.
Elegant, Flowing Texture
Our ornamental grass bring a natural, graceful movement to any landscape, creating a soft, airy look. Their delicate leaves catch the wind beautifully, making them the perfect perennial grass for adding visual interest and a sense of motion to gardens, borders, and open spaces.
Drought-Tolerant
Thriving in arid conditions, our tall grass plants outdoor live fully and require little watering once established. Ideal for low-maintenance landscapes, they withstand heat and sun while maintaining their lush appearance, making them a great choice for and water-wise gardening.
Fine, Thread-Like Foliage
The slender, hair-like leaves form a feathery, lightweight texture that enhances the visual appeal of any outdoor space. Their soft, flowing strands create a striking contrast against broader-leaved plants, offering depth and dimension to flower beds, pathways, and rock gardens.
Easy to Grow from Seed
Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a beginner, our grass seeds for lawn are easy to cultivate and establish from seed. With minimal effort, they germinate and flourish, providing a lush, elegant display that enhances landscapes, requiring only basic care to maintain their beauty year after year.
Bring movement and life to your garden with our stunning ornamental outdoor grass seed, designed to sway gracefully in the breeze while adding natural beauty to any landscape. Mexican Feather Grass offers soft, wispy textures, Pheasant Tails showcase rich green, bronze, and golden tones, and Stipa Barbata dazzles with its silver blooms. Our resilient grasses thrive in various conditions, creating a low-maintenance yet visually striking outdoor space that flourishes season after season.
Elegant grasses for evergreen gardens. Our grass seeds add texture and movement to your garden. Mexican Feather Grass features white foliage, grows up to 16 inches tall, and produces delicate white spikes. Pheasant Tails display green, bronze, and golden hues, reaching 30 inches tall with matching colorful flowers. Stipa barbata stands 20 inches tall with vibrant green foliage and striking silver blooms. These grasses create a mesmerizing blend of hues, depth, and graceful motion, transforming any outdoor space into a serene, natural retreat.
Transform your outdoor space with the effortless beauty of flowing ornamental tall grass plants. Start Stipa seeds indoors in early spring with a seed-starting mix. Lightly cover with sand or soil and keep moist. Plant in full sun and well-drained, moisture-retentive sandy-loam soil. It will bloom in the first year. Whether in a backyard, garden, or open landscape, they bring a natural elegance that thrives with minimal upkeep, making your space both serene and visually captivating.
Stipa (Stipa Barbata) - This ornamental grass is also called, "Silver Feather Grass." Many gardeners consider it to be one of the most attractive and graceful of all perennial ornamental grasses. From a sturdy base, spectacular flower spikes reach up to 20 inches with silk like streamers that trail in the breeze up to one foot. Even the lightest breeze will have these silver tails of Stipa Barbata shining in the breeze. Stipa barbata is also a very drought tolerant grass.
Common Questions
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What are some companion plants I can use with stipa barbata?
A
Plants such as eryngium, agapanthus, penstemon, and yarrow all do well with stipa barbata.
Q
Will deer eat my plants?
A
No, deer tend to avoid these plants.
Q
What are some good ways to use in my landscape?
A
These make a lovely accent plant for beds and borders, naturalized settings or in containers.
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