Stipa arundinacea is probably one of the most planted of all Stipa grasses. The two images below should give some idea as to why this is such a popular member of the group of grasses collectively known as Stipa.
It is evergreen, but not the same green throughout the year! This is an evergreen grass that changes colour like a chameleon - though not to blend in with its surroundings - but rather - to compliment and contrast with them.
A drift of Stipa arundinacea around a pond
As a landscape grass, Stipa arundinacea - the Pheasant's Tail Grass - has so much going for it. It will establish and grow well in any suitable position; it is versatile enough to be planted formally or informally; It is not out of place in a modern setting - nor traditional; It can be found a place in any herbaceous border, shrub border, or be admired as a stand alone specimen.
The green young foliage of the spring, soon gives way to orange and pink, which in turn, then develops into the gorgeous brown tints seen here where planted around the pond.
The summer colours of the evergreen foliage.
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