Stipa speciosa - Desert Needle Grass (Plant) Spanish w OR Natural Habitat Seacliffs

w OR Natural Habitat Seacliffs

Native grasses also provide vital habitat for many species of insects

mountain meadows

A beautiful native azalea with fragrant flowers in spring and colorful foliage in fall

Milkweeds are the only food source for the Monarch and Striated Queen caterpillars

Stipa speciosa - Desert Needle Grass (Plant) Spanish w OR Natural Habitat SeacliffsTough cool season bunchgrass. Seed cluster is similar in shape to that of our state grass purple needle grass. Very ornamental. Recommended for hot, sunny areas. Plant Characteristics Family Name Poaceae Species Name Stipa speciosa Common Name Desert Needle Grass Plant Type Grass Grass Like Sun Exposure Coast Sun, Inland Sun, Water Requirement Low Soil Type Sand, fast draining Flower Color None Flowering Months April, May, June, July Evergreen