Mexican Feather Grass

Mexican Feather Grass | Nassella tenuissima

Mexican Feather Grass is a graceful, fine-textured ornamental grass that sways beautifully in the breeze, adding movement and softness to gardens and landscapes. Its delicate, hair-like blades are bright green in spring, aging to golden tan by summer, and topped with airy, feathery seed heads. Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, it’s an ideal choice for naturalistic plantings, borders, or as an accent in rock gardens.

Growing Nassella tenuissima

• Light: Full sun for best color and growth; tolerates light shade.

• Soil: Prefers well-draining sandy or loamy soil; avoid overly wet or heavy clay conditions.

• Water: Water regularly during establishment; once mature, it’s highly drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental watering.

• Maintenance: Cut back old growth in late winter or early spring to encourage fresh foliage; allow some seed heads to remain for self-seeding and natural spread.

• Hardiness: USDA zones 6–10; tolerant of heat and dry conditions.

• Wildlife: Provides shelter for beneficial insects and seeds for small birds.

Shipping Info
The plant will be approximately 8–12 inches tall with a well-developed root system, grown in a 1-gallon container. Shipped without the container; roots and surrounding soil will be lightly moistened and wrapped in plastic for safe transport. Ready to plant immediately upon arrival.