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Celtica gigantea 'Little Giant'

Also Known As

  • Stipa gigantea 'Little Giant'

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like

size

  • H: 2'-4'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 6a-10b

Celtica gigantea 'Little Giant' plant details

Celtica gigantea 'Little Giant' is an evergreen perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with green foliage. In fall and summer tan flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Celtica gigantea 'Little Giant'

Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: poaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: tan blooms in fall and summer
Uses: year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Celtica gigantea 'Little Giant'

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Gardening facts about Celtica gigantea 'Little Giant' plant

How to Grow Celtica gigantea 'Little Giant'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • tan
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • grassy

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