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Mexican Feathergrass

Ornamental grass with tall, feathery blades in a garden setting, surrounded by stones and other plants.
Tall ornamental grasses growing in a garden with a rocky path on the side.
Ornamental grass with tall, feathery blades in a garden setting, surrounded by stones and other plants.
Tall ornamental grasses growing in a garden with a rocky path on the side.

Plant Information

Common name: Mexican Feathergrass

Scientific name: Nassella tenuissima

Water usage: Very low to low

Sun exposure: Full sun

Fire resistant: No

Wildlife: N/A

Native: No

Height: 1 to 3 feet

Spread: 30 inches

Care information

Can become invasive if not taken care of, drought resistant, very different texture compared to other plants and grassses.