Ponytail Grass (Stipa tenuissima) - 100 Seeds | Feathery Fountain Grass, Drought-Tolerant, Graceful Movement in Breeze!

💨 Nature's Dancing Feathers! Also called Mexican Feather Grass, this delicate perennial forms 2-3 ft tall airy clumps of silky green blades that turn golden in summer. The slightest breeze sets these whisper-thin seed heads in mesmerizing motion, creating living kinetic art in your garden. Perfect for xeriscapes, borders, and containers.

Key Features & Benefits:

✔ Hypnotic Movement - Silky seed heads sway beautifully in wind
✔ Drought Champion - Thrives with minimal water once established
✔ Year-Round Interest - Evergreen in mild climates, golden winter color
✔ Low Maintenance - No dividing needed, pest-free
✔ Erosion Control - Deep roots stabilize slopes

Growing Guide:

🌱 Sowing Time:

• Spring sowing after last frost

• Fall sowing in zones 7-11

☀️ Sun Requirements: Full sun (6+ hours)

💧 Watering: Light; drought-tolerant (water weekly until established)

🌱 Soil Type: Well-draining, even poor/rocky soils (pH 6.0-8.0)

🌿 Plant Spacing: 18-24" apart

✂️ Care Tips:

• Comb through clumps in spring to remove dead foliage

• Avoid rich soils/fertilizer (causes floppiness)

Why Gardeners Love It:

🌬️ Mesmerizing Motion - Creates constant gentle movement
🌵 Water-Wise Wonder - Perfect for dry gardens
🌾 Textural Contrast - Softens hardscapes beautifully
🦜 Wildlife Friendly - Seeds attract birds

Contains 0.1 grams or around 100 seeds