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Nassella pulchra – Purple Needle Grass
$7.95
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Nassella pulchra (syn. Stipa pulchra) – Purple Needle Grass
A beautiful California native grass perfect for prairies and naturalistic landscapes! This exceptional semi-deciduous grass was once a dominant species of California prairies, offering authentic native beauty and ecological value. The slender foliage forms a graceful clump 1 foot tall and wide, topped with beautiful airy flowers and seedheads that reach 3 feet tall, creating movement and texture in your garden. With its deer resistance and exceptional drought tolerance requiring little to no water once established, this reliable performer is perfect for low-maintenance native landscapes.
Key Features:
- California native grass – semi-deciduous
- Deer resistant and extremely drought tolerant – little to no water once established
- Once a dominant species of California prairies
- Slender foliage forms graceful clump 1 foot tall and wide
- Beautiful airy flowers and seedheads reach 3 feet tall
- Adds movement and texture to the landscape
- Excellent for prairies, naturalistic gardens, and native plantings
- Supports native wildlife and pollinators
Growing Details:
Height: 1 foot (foliage), 3 feet (flowers/seedheads) | Spread: 1 foot
Exposure: Sun | Water: Moderate to dry (little to no water once established)
Bloom time: Winter-spring
USDA Hardiness Zone: 7
Native to California
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