Bunny Tails

Lagurus Ovatus

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Overview

Lagurus ovatus, commonly known as Bunny Tails, is a charming ornamental grass known for its fluffy, cream to pale pink, tail-like seed heads, resembling a bunny's tail. This annual grows to a petite height of 12-24 inches with a similar spread. It thrives in USDA zones 4-10, preferring full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Its low maintenance and drought tolerance make it perfect for borders, pots, or as a textural accent in bouquets.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, LowZones 4–10

Bunny Tails (Lagurus Ovatus) — commonly known as Bunny Tails

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Extra in Summer, Low
USDA zones: 4–10

Shape & size

Mature height: 12–24 Inches
Mature width: 10–12 Inches

Classification

Family: Poaceae

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Photos (79)

Bunny Tails (Lagurus Ovatus) — When designing a garden landscape; commonly known as Bunny Tails, image 71

Bunny Tails (Lagurus Ovatus) — These seed heads are borne atop slender; it displays good drought tolerance, image 74

Bunny Tails (Lagurus Ovatus) — Bunny Tails thrives in full sun but can tolerate some light shade; it is best planted in well-drained soil and once, image 78

Bunny Tails (Lagurus Ovatus) — Bunny Tails is also a favorite for dried floral arrangements.<br><br>For optimal growth; tufted seed heads emerge in, image 77

Bunny Tails (Lagurus Ovatus) — often bringing a playful character to the garden setting; or as a textural accent in bouquets, image 76

Bunny Tails (Lagurus Ovatus) — and their unique texture and form capture the interest of onlookers; annual for full or half, image 75

Bunny Tails (Lagurus Ovatus) — It is best planted in well-drained soil and once established; annual with white blooms, image 79

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