Plants should establish quickly and, once growing well, need little attention apart from cutting back of the foliage during the winter to tidy it up before the new flush of growth appears in the spring. Grow in moderately fertile, well-drained soil in full sun.
Sow seed in a cold frame in spring; divide from mid-spring to early summer.
Giant Feather Grass is hardy, so ensure you wait until all danger of frost has passed in your area before considering planting outside.These estimates for how long Giant Feather Grass takes to sprout, grow and harvest are from real observations from real gardeners, right around the world.
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The name Stipa comes from the Greek word stuppe meaning tow, from the feathery inflorescences. The specific epithet gigantea appropriately describes the tall stems, while the common name ‘Golden oats’ accurately describe the oat-like panicles of flowers which are golden when ripe.
Golden Oats