Tufted Hairgrass
Tufted Hairgrass
Deschampsia cespitosa
An ornamental grass that does well in moderately shady locations. Airy masses of finely branched, light green infloresences rise above the neatly rounded tufts of narrow, dark green foliage in early summer, and remain intact long enough to provide some early winter interest. cool season/semi-evergreen; clump forming Foliage – medium green; narrow blades.
Height 24-32″
Flowers – bronze, arching; May-June; 80-100 cm (32-40″) tall
full sun to light shade; moist fertile soil, but is happy with average soil; tolerates hot, dry conditions with ample water
Zone 4-11