Illustration. See the retailer's page for photos of the actual plant.
Golden Oats
Stipa gigantea
Price comparison:
£4.99 – £36.00
From 9 UK retailers
Golden Oats is a ornamental grass suited to full sun and well-drained conditions, growing to around 75cm. Flowers appear from June to August. Provides food and shelter for garden birds.
Sun
☀️ Full Sun
Water
💧 Low (Well-drained)
Hardiness
🌡️ H5 (Hardy -10°C)
Size
📏 75cm tall × 45cm wide
Flowers
🌸 jun,jul,aug
Wildlife
🐝 Seeds for birds
Compare Prices
Prices from 9 retailers across 4 pot sizes
Prices shown are for different pot sizes — compare within size groups for accurate savings
Prices last checked: 1 Oct 2026
Prices exclude delivery. Check retailer for final price.
Retailers shown in order of price — lowest first within each pot size. Packs are compared only with packs of the same size. Listings without a stated pot size are not ranked.
| Champion Plants | £4.99Checked 13 Oct | 9cm | View at Champion PlantsOpens product page · Affiliate info |
| Proctors Nursery | £9.15Checked 1 Oct | 9cm | View at Proctors NurseryOpens product page · Affiliate info |
| Crocus £5.99 flat rate per order | £9.99Checked 24 Oct | 9cm | View at CrocusOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Champion Plants
Size: 9cm
Proctors Nursery
Size: 9cm
Crocus
£5.99 flat rate per order
Size: 9cm
| Hopes Grove Nurseries | £7.80Checked 24 Oct | 1L | View at Hopes Grove NurseriesOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Hopes Grove Nurseries
Size: 1L
| Crocus £5.99 flat rate per order | £10.00Checked 24 Oct | 2L | View at CrocusOpens product page · Affiliate info |
| McLarens Nurseries Delivers UK-wide, or collect from Uplawmoor 7 days a week | £12.50Checked 27 Oct | 2L | View at McLarens NurseriesOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Crocus
£5.99 flat rate per order
Size: 2L
McLarens Nurseries
Delivers UK-wide, or collect from Uplawmoor 7 days a week
Size: 2L
| McLarens Nurseries Delivers UK-wide, or collect from Uplawmoor 7 days a week | £36.00Checked 27 Oct | 5L | View at McLarens NurseriesOpens product page · Affiliate info |
McLarens Nurseries
Delivers UK-wide, or collect from Uplawmoor 7 days a week
Size: 5L
| Big Plant Nursery | £16.50Checked 12 Oct | Check retailer for size | View at Big Plant NurseryOpens product page · Affiliate info |
| Hayloft £6.95 flat rate. Free over £75 | £16.00Check availability at retailerChecked 27 Oct | Check retailer for size | View at HayloftOpens product page · Affiliate info |
| Perfect Plantings | £10.47Checked 20 Oct | Check retailer for size | View at Perfect PlantingsOpens product page · Affiliate info |
| Thompson & Morgan + £6.99 delivery | from£14.99Checked 27 Oct | Check retailer for size | View at Thompson & MorganOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Big Plant Nursery
Size: Check retailer for size
Hayloft
£6.95 flat rate. Free over £75
Size: Check retailer for size
Perfect Plantings
Size: Check retailer for size
Thompson & Morgan
+ £6.99 delivery
Size: Check retailer for size
Prices shown exclude delivery. Delivery charges vary by retailer — see individual listings for details.
Prices may vary. Click through to the retailer for current pricing.
Prices last checked: 1 Oct 2026
We may earn commission from purchases made through our links. (What does this mean?)
The month's biggest price drops across UK nurseries
One email a month. The plants that got cheaper, and where. Unsubscribe anytime.
We only email you price drops and seasonal savings. No spam, ever.
Plant Information
About this plant
Golden Oats is a ornamental grass suited to full sun and well-drained conditions, growing to around 75cm. Flowers appear from June to August. Provides food and shelter for garden birds.
Latin Name
Stipa gigantea
Family
Hardiness Zone
H5
Care Level
moderate
Sun Exposure
full-sun
Water Needs
low
Flowering Season
jun,jul,aug
Mature Height
75cm
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Golden Oats cost in the UK?
Golden Oats prices in the UK range from £4.99 to £36.00 depending on pot size and retailer. The lowest price we track is £4.99 for a 9cm pot at Champion Plants. Prices are checked nightly across 9 UK nurseries.
Where can I buy Golden Oats online in the UK?
You can buy Golden Oats from 9 UK nurseries including Champion Plants, Hopes Grove Nurseries, Proctors Nursery. ComparePlants.uk compares prices across all of them so you can find the best deal.
What is the scientific name for Golden Oats?
The scientific name for Golden Oats is Stipa gigantea.
Related reading
How to Support Wildlife in October
October in the UK garden is a pivotal time to support wildlife, with specific plants and small actions making a big difference for birds, pollinators, amphibians, and hedgehogs.
Read the guide →How to Support Wildlife in September
September's the perfect time to support garden wildlife with nectar-rich plants like echinacea and buddleja, keeping our gardens buzzing with life even as summer fades.
Read the guide →Similar Plants
Miscanthus Morning Light
Miscanthus sinensis 'Morning Light'
