Tufted Hairgrass (Deschampsia cespitosa)
NATIVE ornamental grasses are a wonderful addition to the garden providing food and shelter to birds and insects throughout the year.
Plant Deets:
Perennial and self-sower.
Full to partial sun
Medium moisture in well drained soils; drought tolerant once established
Deer & rabbit resistance
Grows up to 3’ tall x 1-2’ wide. Spacing 1-2’ between plants.
Tufted Hairgrass is by far a favorite native grass here at the farm.
A cool season semi-evergreen grass deep emerald blades growing in sweeping mounds 1’ high. In late Summer, they send up 3’ stems tipped with delicate flowers that look like clouds swaying in the breeze. Grouped in 3s Tufted Hairgrass makes for a stunning view in the garden.
Excellent choice for Winter interest and a natural bird feeder too!
