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Anemanthele lessoniana

Common Name: Pheasant's Tail Grass - Pheasant's Tail Grass
Anemanthele lessoniana

Clumping cool season Semi evergreen grass. Forms a medium-sized mound of arching green leaves that turn to gold or orange for fall and winter. Spidery tan to cinnamon-brown flower spikes is produced in mid to late summer and remain attractive for many months.

Plant Care: For more information on Ornamental Grass Care see our Grass care page

Characteristics & Attributes


Plant TypeBloom ColorBloom Time
Grasses - OrnamentalBrown June-September

Height

Spread

Hardiness
60cm (2ft)60cm (2ft)Zone 8-10

Exposure

Soil Moisture

Foilage Color
Sun to partial shadeRegularGreen, Brown

Soil Type

Attributes
Moderately fertile, medium to light, well-drained soilContainer plant, for massing or as a small specimen
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