STIPA GIGANTEA

Stipa gigantea - Giant Feather Grass for Your Garden

Description:

Stipa gigantea, also known as Giant Feather Grass or Golden Oats, is an impressive ornamental grass that adds a touch of elegance and drama to any garden. With its tall, slender stalks and fluffy, golden-colored panicles, Stipa gigantea creates a stunning display that sways gracefully in the wind. This perennial grass is prized for its architectural form, attractive seed heads, and ability to provide year-round interest. Whether used as a focal point, in borders, or in naturalistic plantings, Stipa gigantea will bring a sense of beauty and movement to your outdoor space.

Key Features:

• Tall, slender stalks topped with fluffy, golden-colored panicles create an elegant and dramatic display
• Adds a touch of elegance and movement to the garden
• Height: 5-7 feet (150-210 cm)
• Spread: 2-3 feet (60-90 cm)

Maintenance:

To keep your Stipa gigantea thriving and looking its best, follow these simple maintenance tips:

• Sunlight: Plant Stipa gigantea in a location that receives full sun. It thrives in bright light conditions.
• Watering: Once established, Stipa gigantea is quite drought-tolerant. Water regularly during the first growing season to help the plant establish a deep root system.
• Soil: Stipa gigantea prefers well-draining soil. It can tolerate various soil types, including sandy or loamy soil.
• Fertilization: Stipa gigantea typically does not require much fertilization. However, you can apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring if desired.
• Cutting Back: Cut back the faded flower stalks in late winter or early spring before new growth emerges. This helps maintain a neat appearance and promotes healthy regrowth.
• Dividing: Stipa gigantea does not require frequent dividing. However, if you wish to propagate or rejuvenate the plant, divide the clumps every few years in early spring.
• Pest and Disease Control: Stipa gigantea is generally not prone to serious pest or disease issues. However, keep an eye out for any signs of fungal diseases or pests and take appropriate measures for control if necessary.

Enhance Your Garden with Stipa gigantea

Stipa gigantea brings a sense of elegance and movement to any garden with its tall, slender stalks and golden-colored panicles. Its architectural form and year-round interest make it a standout choice for focal points, borders, or naturalistic plantings.

Growth: 

You will see a great improvement with growth with the use of plant food, especially plants in pots.

It will give them lush foliage:

 use a slow release (once a year) feed

or a regular feed when watering 

Blood fish and bone 

Epathy After Plant All Purpose Feed

Visit Our Store in Co. Limerick or Shop Nationwide

At our garden centre in Co. Limerick, you can see the Stipa gigantea in person and seek expert advice from our knowledgeable staff. Whether you are a seasoned gardener or a beginner, we are here to assist you in making the right choices for your garden.

Can't make it to our store? No worries! We offer nationwide delivery, so you can enjoy the beauty of the Stipa gigantea no matter where you are in the country. Simply place your order online, and we'll take care of the rest.

• Latin name
  STIPA GIGANTEA

We currently only deliver within the island of Ireland, other countries can be quoted for by contacting [email protected] or via telephone on 06964084
 

Standard Delivery is FREE on orders over €250*

All standard deliveries will be completed within 5-7 working days via Fastway Couriers, any delay to this delivery time, the customer will be notified by One of our staff.

The in-Store delivery charge will vary compared with online, in-store delivery charge is done on a case by case basis. 

* Only mainland Ireland addresses qualify for free delivery.
 

Live Plants Delivery

Our live plants are packed with care and diligence by our staff, our horticulturists review each plant before despatch to ensure quality is maintained.
Live Plant delivery charges are not calculated on weight but on the space required per package to ensure safe delivery, so delivery charges may vary as some plants require more space than others when packed.
All live plants are despatched within 3-5 working days where possible, our couriers aim to deliver within 48 hours of despatch from our Garden Centre to allow the plant to arrive in healthy condition.
 

Click & Collect

Can’t wait for delivery? Why not try our FREE Click & Collect service? Simply make your purchase online and collect it from our store located in Croagh Co. Limerick. Our staff will contact you by phone when your order is ready for collection (Please allow 24 hours minimum). When collecting your item, call the store on 069-64084. We will then load into your car as required. This service is available in-store 9am – 6pm Monday – Saturday (No collections on Sundays)

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