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Stipa neomexicana
Also Known As
- Hesperostipa neomexicana
- New Mexico Feathergrass
- New Mexico needlegrass
Plant type
perennial, grass / grass like
size
- H: 2'-3'
- W: 3'
planting zones
- 6a-9b
Stipa neomexicana plant details
Stipa neomexicana is a semi-evergreen perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with green foliage. In summer tan flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Stipa neomexicana
- Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
- Plant family: poaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 2 - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
- Flowers: tan blooms in summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Stipa neomexicana
- USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
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How to Grow Stipa neomexicana
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- tan
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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- sun - mostly sun
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 12"
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Zones
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Size
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Plant Type
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Zones
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