Lessing Feather Grass (Stipa Lessingiana) is a perennial grass in the Poaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 4-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

A deciduous, perennial grass producing strong, upright clumps of narrow, bright green leaves, and wispy, silvery-green flower panicles in summer.

Lessing Feather Grass

Lessing Feather Grass

Stipa Lessingiana

A deciduous, perennial grass producing strong, upright clumps of narrow, bright green leaves, and wispy, silvery-green flower panicles in summer.

Quick Facts

Type
grass
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
4-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental, groundcover, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Lessing Feather Grass

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Lessing Feather Grass
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Taxonomy

Family:Poaceae
Genus:Stipa