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Mexican Feather Grass
Nassella tenuissima (Stipa)
Mexican Feather Grass
In stock · from $16.99
Beige blooms on slender, vibrant green leaves in the late summer; sways with the gentlest breeze.
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Plant facts
Sizes and prices
Retail prices; trade pricing for wholesale accounts. Availability updates hourly; stock last changed 2026-10-20.
Good to know
- Suitable for Utah Lake secondary water systems.
- Low maintenance.
Quick answers
How big does Mexican Feather Grass get?
About 18-24" tall and 24" wide at maturity.
How much sun does Mexican Feather Grass need?
Full Sun to Part Shade (3 to 6+ hours Sun).
How much water does Mexican Feather Grass need?
Moderate water use.
Will Mexican Feather Grass grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 6, so it suits sites in zone 6 or warmer. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Where can I buy Mexican Feather Grass in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah has it in stock, from $16.99. Homeowners can order online for pickup at the farm or local delivery; landscape contractors can have it shipped across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada.
Can landscape contractors buy Mexican Feather Grass wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.