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Stipa ichu

Also Known As

  • Peruvian Feather Grass

Plant type

grass / grass like

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 1'-2'

planting zones

  • 7b-9b

Stipa ichu plant details

Stipa ichu is an evergreen grass (or grassy in appearance) with green foliage. In summer silver flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something for erosion control and heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Stipa ichu

Plant type: grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: poaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: silver blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Stipa ichu

USDA Zones: 7b - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: deer, erosion and heat
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Gardening facts about Stipa ichu plant

How to Grow Stipa ichu

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • erosion control

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • silver
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • grassy

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