Stipa speciosa - Desert Needle Grass (Plant) Size:1G California Botanic Garden

California Botanic Garden

from 100' - 2

Small fits glove size 6-6 1/2

Provides habitat for birds and butterflies near coast

and flowers of California

Stipa speciosa - Desert Needle Grass (Plant) Size:1G California Botanic GardenTough cool season bunchgrass. Seed cluster is similar in shape to that of our state grass purple needle grass. Very ornamental. Recommended for hot, sunny areas. Plant Characteristics Family Name Poaceae Species Name Stipa speciosa Common Name Desert Needle Grass Plant Type Grass Grass Like Sun Exposure Coast Sun, Inland Sun, Water Requirement Low Soil Type Sand, fast draining Flower Color None Flowering Months April, May, June, July Evergreen