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Deschampsia cespitosa

Tufted Hair Grass

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Steve Mullany/Engstrom

 

Description

The tufted hairgrass is a warm season, clumping grass that grows 10" tall with summer flowers that reach to 2' tall. This grass tolerates partial shade and heavy clay soils. It is good in waterside plantings and for mountain area meadows. This grass is a California native and is a beneficial insect plant. Flowers are insignificant.

 

Plant Type

Perennial, Grass

Height Range

3-6'

Flower Color

Yellow

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Meadow, Water Garden, Wetlands, Wild Garden, Woodland

Accenting Features

Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Summer

Location Uses

Shrub Border, Raised Planter, With Rocks

Special Uses

Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

Wildlife

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.