Stipa gigantea
Giant, golden majesty
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Stipa gigantea
- Make an unforgettable, dramatic statement with the towering, golden-oat flower heads of this magnificent giant ornamental grass.
- This stipa creates a spectacular, transparent veil of shimmering gold that looks breathtaking when backlit by the rising or setting sun.
- Stipa gigantea forms a neat, evergreen base of narrow green leaves, ensuring the plant looks tidy and structured all year round.
- Despite its immense height, it is incredibly sturdy and rarely requires staking, making it a zero-fuss architectural masterpiece.
- It is fully hardy, remarkably drought-resistant, and adds a brilliant, contemporary edge to any sunny border or open gravel garden.
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Stipa gigantea needs a heavy 40cm wide pot to stop it blowing over.
How big does it get?
Stipa gigantea typically reaches a mature height of 200 cm and a spread of 120 cm.
How much sunlight does this need?
Stipa gigantea requires full sun for at least 6 hours a day.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Stipa gigantea prefers moderately fertile, well-drained soil.
How much watering does this plant need?
Stipa gigantea is drought-tolerant once established, needing water only when the top 5 centimetres of soil feel dry.
Will this plant need pruning?
Stipa gigantea requires pruning in late winter or early spring. Cut the old stems back to around 10 to 15 centimetres from the ground before new growth appears.
How hardy is this plant?
Stipa gigantea is rated H3 to H4, tolerating temperatures down to -5°C to -10°C. It is hardy in mild southern or coastal UK gardens with excellent drainage, but may perish in cold, wet northern winters without protection.
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