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Mexican Feather Grass – Drought-Tolerant Border Plant for Southern California Landscapes

Mexican Feather Grass – Drought-Tolerant Border Plant for Southern California Landscapes

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Mexican Feather Grass — SoCalPlant

Fine, wispy blades and airy seed plumes create movement in sunny borders. Grows to about 2 ft tall by 2–3 ft wide; ideal for outlining edges, mass plantings, and drought-tolerant, water-wise landscapes.

Mexican Feather Grass (Nassella tenuissima) by SoCalPlant

Soft, airy blades and delicate seed heads give Mexican Feather Grass its signature movement and elegance. Perfect for border outlines, garden décor, and water-wise landscapes, this versatile grass thrives in warm climates with minimal upkeep.

Botanical name: Nassella tenuissima (Stipa)
Growth habit: Hardy, clumping ornamental grass that forms graceful mounds
Size at maturity: Approximately 2 ft tall and 2–3 ft wide
Light & water needs: Loves full sun; becomes drought-tolerant with a consistent established watering routine
Texture & appearance: Fine, hair-like blades with a wispy, silver-green to golden hue and slender seed plumes
Low maintenance: Easy to care for once established; minimal pruning required
Ideal uses: Outlining property edges, mass plantings for sweeping effects, and decorative focal points in sunny borders
Care tips: Plant in well-drained soil; water deeply but infrequently after establishment; cut back dead growth in late winter or early spring to encourage fresh growth
Brand assurance: Supported by SoCalPlant’s expertise in climate-appropriate, drought-tolerant ornamentals for home and garden

Mexican Feather Grass delivers year-round texture and motion, weaving a soft silhouette into any garden. It enhances curb appeal, supports water-wise landscaping, and thrives in sunny California settings—from coastal yards to inland terraces—while requiring minimal attention once established.

Botanical Name: Nassella tenuissima (Stipa)

Extremely versatile plant, which can be used an outline of property or garden décor. These plants are considered to be low maintenance once a water routine is set. One can expect the mature height to be 2 ft. and the mature width 2-3 ft.

Specifications

Shipping Policy

At SoCal Plant, we specialize in delivering live plants throughout Southern California. Due to the nature of our products, we do not ship plants outside of our Southern California delivery area.

Delivery Area

We currently deliver only within Southern California.

We do not ship outside of Southern California.

If an order is placed outside of our service area, SoCal Plant reserves the right to cancel the order and issue a refund.

Delivery Fees

Orders under $299 are subject to a flat-rate delivery fee of $40.

Orders of $299 or more qualify for free delivery.

Delivery Schedule

Estimated Delivery Time: 2–14 Business Days (Monday–Friday)

Delivery times are estimates only and are not guaranteed.

Delivery schedules may vary due to route planning, weather conditions, traffic, product availability, seasonal demand, holidays, or other circumstances beyond our control.

Most deliveries are completed using our own delivery vehicles and drivers.

Delivery Delays

SoCal Plant is not responsible for delivery delays caused by weather, traffic, road closures, supply shortages, scheduling changes, customer availability, or other unforeseen circumstances.

Any delivery date provided by phone, text message, email, invoice, or on our website is an estimate only and does not constitute a guaranteed delivery date.

Order Inspection

Customers are responsible for inspecting all plants and products immediately upon delivery.

Any claims regarding damaged items, missing items, incorrect items, or delivery-related concerns must be reported within 24 hours of delivery and accompanied by clear photographs.

Live Plant Disclaimer

Live plants are living products and may vary in size, fullness, color, growth habit, and appearance.

Once plants have been delivered, SoCal Plant is not responsible for plant health, transplant shock, watering practices, weather conditions, soil conditions, pests, diseases, neglect, or any other factors outside of our control.

Limitation of Liability

SoCal Plant’s responsibility ends upon successful delivery of the order. We are not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from delivery delays, customer care practices, weather conditions, or plant performance after delivery.

Contact Information

Phone
(626) 713-1311
Email
contact@socalplant.com
Business Hours
Monday–Friday
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (PST)

Refund & Return Policy

Due to the perishable nature of live plants, all sales are considered final.

Customers must inspect all plants and products upon delivery or pickup. Any concerns regarding plant condition, incorrect items, or damaged products must be reported within 24 hours of receiving the order.

Because we cannot control planting conditions, watering practices, soil conditions, weather, pests, diseases, or ongoing care after plants leave our possession, we do not offer refunds, returns, exchanges, or guarantees on live plants after delivery or pickup.

Refunds or replacements may only be considered if:

The wrong item was delivered.
The item arrived significantly damaged during delivery.
A claim is submitted within 24 hours of receipt with clear photos.

Plants that have been planted, transplanted, repotted, neglected, overwatered, underwatered, exposed to extreme weather, or otherwise altered after delivery are not eligible for refund or replacement.

Special orders, custom orders, installation services, delivery fees, and labor charges are non-refundable.

By purchasing from SoCal Plant, the customer acknowledges and agrees to these terms.