Nassella Species, Foothill Needlegrass, Small-Flowered Needlegrass, Smallflower Tussockgrass

Nassellalepida

Family
Poaceae (poh-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Nassella (NAY-sell-uh)
Species
lepida (LEP-id-uh)
Synonym
Stipa lepida
Stipa lepida var. andersonii
Sun Exposure
Sun to Partial Shade
Height
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Spacing
15-18 in. (38-45 cm)
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Hardiness
Danger
N/A
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Other Details
Category
Ornamental Grasses and Bamboo
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
By dividing the rootball
From seed; direct sow outdoors in fall
Seed Collecting
Collect seedhead/pod when flowers fade; allow to dry
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Castro Valley, California

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Santa Cruz Mountains, CA (Zone 9a) | March 2004 | neutral

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