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Mexican Feather Grass
Stipa tenuissima
Price comparison:
£4.99 – £7.10
From 3 UK retailers
Reaching around 75cm, Mexican Feather Grass is a drought-tolerant decorative grass flowering from June to August. Hardy in most of the UK. 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 3 retailers across 2 pot sizes
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Prices last checked: 6 Oct 2026
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| Champion Plants | £4.99Checked 13 Oct | 9cm | View at Champion PlantsOpens product page · Affiliate info |
| Claire Austin Hardy Plants £5.50 standard delivery | £7.10Checked 21 Oct | 9cm | View at Claire Austin Hardy PlantsOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Champion Plants
Size: 9cm
Claire Austin Hardy Plants
£5.50 standard delivery
Size: 9cm
| Claire Austin Hardy Plants £5.50 standard delivery | £7.10Checked 21 Oct | 2L | View at Claire Austin Hardy PlantsOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Claire Austin Hardy Plants
£5.50 standard delivery
Size: 2L
| Big Plant Nursery | £9.99Checked 6 Oct | Check retailer for size | View at Big Plant NurseryOpens product page · Affiliate info |
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Prices last checked: 6 Oct 2026
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Plant Information
About this plant
Reaching around 75cm, Mexican Feather Grass is a drought-tolerant decorative grass flowering from June to August. Hardy in most of the UK. Provides food and shelter for garden birds.
Latin Name
Stipa tenuissima
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 Mexican Feather Grass cost in the UK?
Mexican Feather Grass prices in the UK range from £4.99 to £7.10 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 3 UK nurseries.
Where can I buy Mexican Feather Grass online in the UK?
You can buy Mexican Feather Grass from 3 UK nurseries including Champion Plants, Claire Austin Hardy Plants, Claire Austin Hardy Plants. ComparePlants.uk compares prices across all of them so you can find the best deal.
What is the scientific name for Mexican Feather Grass?
The scientific name for Mexican Feather Grass is Stipa tenuissima.
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