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Deschampsia cespitosa

Family Gramineae
Plant Type ornamental grass
Zone USDA:   4a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 0.6 - 1.8 m (2 - 6 ft)
Spread 0.3 - 1.5 m (1 - 5 ft)
Light light shade to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The ornamental grass Deschampsia cespitosa (tufted hair grass) bears showy and medium green blossoms during early summer to early autumn. The showy glossy foliage is deep green in colour, fine in texture and evergreen. A specimen plant, Deschampsia cespitosa (tufted hair grass) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, border, cut flowers, dried flowers, ground cover, foundation, pond, specimen and wild flower.
Special Characteristics Birds are attracted to Deschampsia cespitosa . Deschampsia cespitosa is tolerant of wet sites, compacted soil and salt. In the winter, Deschampsia cespitosa provides winter interest.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Deschampsia cespitosa (tufted hair grass) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.