Is Stipa invasive?

Deceptively beautiful, the emerging invasive Mexican feathergrass is a graceful, delicate and fine textured ornamental grass. Stipa tenuissima is a great example of a grass that is native to one part of the U.S. but invasive in another.

Is feather grass invasive?

Nassella tenuissima, also known as Mexican feathergrass, and formerly known as Stipa tenuissima, is an emerging invasive plant in California. This plant can crowd out pasture species as well as native grasses in coastal areas.

Is Mexican feather grass invasive New Mexico?

Detracting from its usefulness is the fact that Mexican feather grass is an invasive plant in certain parts of the United States (in California, for example, where it is also a fire hazard), even though it is native to other parts of the United States (New Mexico and Texas).

Is Stipa tenuissima poisonous to dogs?

Stipa tenuissima has no toxic effects reported.

Should I cut back Stipa tenuissima?

As for semi-evergreen grasses like Stipa tenuissima, evergreen species such as festuca and the sedges carex and luzula, these don’t need to be cut back at all. Simply use a hand fork, lawn rake or a gloved hand to gently pull out dead leaves from the base, if there are any.

When should Stipa tenuissima be cut back?

Grow Stipa tenuissima in full sun and well drained soil. Comb through in spring or early summer to remove any dead growth. If the plant is flopping or beginning to look messy, cut back hard in late spring or early summer.

Is Stipa Tenuissima poisonous to dogs?

Can Stipa Tenuissima be grown in pots?

This easy-to-care-for plant fits right into any grass bed and also grows well in a pot thanks to its ornamental appeal.

Does Stipa tenuissima self seed?

Stipa tenuissima (often sold as Nasella tenuissima) produces abundant feathery panicles in summer. For a naturalistic effect, plant it among with perennials near the front of a border. It self-seeds readily – look out for little tufts around your garden.