Remove all packaging straight away. Check the compost and water thoroughly if dry, then place the plants outdoors in a sheltered position or in a greenhouse.
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Stipa
'Ponytails'
ponytail grass
Stipa 'Ponytails' is the sort of grass that makes a border look instantly more thoughtful, as though a breeze has been carefully pencilled into the design. Also known as ponytail grass, it forms masses of fine, hair-like yellow-green foliage, soft in outline yet wonderfully effective at catching the light. In summer, Stipa 'Ponytails' sends up feathery plumes of silvery-white to pale green flowers, held lightly above the leaves. They shimmer, ripple and sway at the slightest movement of air, bringing an easy, natural rhythm to sunny planting schemes.
Graceful rather than grand, Stipa 'Ponytails' is invaluable where texture and movement are needed, especially among perennials with stronger shapes or richer colours. Try it with salvias, lavender, achillea or alliums, where its fine foliage provides a soft veil without overwhelming its neighbours. Stipa 'Ponytails' is particularly lovely in gravel gardens, prairie-style borders and modern containers, where its airy habit can be fully appreciated. The pale flower plumes remain attractive as they mature, extending the season with a gentle, tousled charm. In a sunny, well-drained spot, Stipa tenuissima 'Ponytails' is low-fuss, light-footed and quietly mesmerising.
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Plant calendar
Check each plant’s specifications. Hardy perennials can remain outdoors, while half-hardy and tender varieties should be kept frost-free until the risk of frost has passed.
Plant within a month, preferably sooner. Choose a suitable position, remove weeds and loosen the soil thoroughly, adding compost or well-rotted organic matter where needed.
Gently remove the plant from its pot and plant with the root ball level with the soil surface. Firm gently, water well and add a plant label.
Water regularly until established and whenever the soil feels dry during spring and summer. Feed container-grown plants fortnightly during active growth to encourage healthy flowering.
- Botanical name
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Stipa tenuissima 'Ponytails' syn.
Nassella tenuissima 'Pony Tails' - Established height
- 50-70cm
- Established spread
- 30-50cm
- Growing skill
- Easy to grow
- Habit
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Upright
Clump-forming - Hardiness
- Fully hardy
- Leaf colour
- Green, white, silver
- Mouse resistant
- No
- Plant size
- 9cm root ball
- Plant spacing
- 9 plants per m2
- Pollinator friendly
- Yes
- Position
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Sheltered
Exposed - Rabbit resistant
- Yes
- Scented
- No
- Soil acidity
- Any
- Soil moisture
-
Damp
Free draining - Soil type
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Sandy
Loam
Clay
Loam-based compost
Stony - Suitable for
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Rock gardens
Borders
Cottage gardens
Low maintenance gardens - Sunlight
-
Full sun
Partial shade
Dappled shade - Toxicity
- No report
- Years to establish
- 2-3 years
Pollinator-friendly
Thrives in full sun
Perennial
Fully hardy
Low maintenance
Attracts wildlife
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