Tiger Grass Thysanolaena maxima Live Rooted Plant - 4-Inch Pot

About This Plant

Tiger Grass (Thysanolaena maxima) is a perennial ornamental grass known for its bold tropical appearance. This live rooted starter plant forms large, arching green foliage and, when mature, develops feathery flower plumes. It is suitable as a specimen plant, privacy screen, windbreak, or backdrop in tropical garden designs.

What You Will Receive

1 live Tiger Grass plant (Thysanolaena maxima), fully rooted in a 4-inch nursery pot. Healthy, actively growing plant ready for transplanting or continued container growing. Secure packaging ensures safe arrival.

Growing Information

• Common Name: Tiger Grass
• Botanical Name: Thysanolaena maxima
• Plant Type: Perennial ornamental grass
• Growth Stage: Rooted starter plant
• Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial sun
• Soil: Well-draining, fertile soil
• Watering: Moderate; keep evenly moist while establishing
• Mature Height: 6–10 feet
• Growth Rate: Fast
• USDA Zones: 9–11
• Container Friendly: Yes

Care Tip

Plant in a sunny location with well-draining soil and water regularly during establishment. Divide mature clumps every few years to propagate new plants and maintain vigorous growth. Flower plumes may be removed after blooming if desired to keep the plant tidy.

Live Plant Notice

Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.

Listing photos may show a mature plant for reference. The plant you receive may be younger or smaller depending on the size and condition stated in this listing.

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