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Deschampsia cespitosa

Tufted Hair Grass

Low Maintenance Hardiness H6

Airy panicles of silvery-purple flowers rise above neat tussocks of dark green foliage on Deschampsia cespitosa. This native evergreen grass tolerates sun, partial shade and moist soil, bringing graceful movement to naturalistic borders, woodland edges, meadows and coastal gardens.
SKU: DESC-9-Y
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Plant Details

Flowering Months

January, not a flowering month
February, not a flowering month
March, not a flowering month
April, not a flowering month
May, not a flowering month
June, flowering month
July, flowering month
August, flowering month
September, not a flowering month
October, not a flowering month
November, not a flowering month
December, not a flowering month

Size

Max Height
1.0 m — 1.5 m
Max Spread
0.5 m — 1.0 m
Growth Habit
Densely branched plant with compact, leafy, rounded overall shape.

Planting Position

Sunlight Indicates how much direct sunlight the plant needs each day. Full sun means 6+ hours, part shade is filtered or morning sun, and full shade is little to no direct sun.
Full Sun Part Shade
Aspect Aspect refers to the direction the planting spot faces (north, south, east or west). It affects light levels, warmth and exposure.
South North West East
Exposure Exposure describes how sheltered or exposed a plant’s position is, particularly to wind and weather.
Exposed / Sheltered
Hardiness Hardiness indicates how well a plant tolerates cold conditions outdoors. Higher ratings generally mean greater frost tolerance.
Hardiness H6 (−20 to −15 °C) Very cold-hardy

Ideal Soil Conditions

Soil Type Soil type describes the texture of the soil (clay, sand, loam, chalk). This affects drainage, nutrients and how roots grow.
Clay Loam Sand
Soil Moisture Soil moisture tells you how wet or dry the soil should be for best growth. Match this to your garden conditions for healthier plants.
Moist but permeable / Free draining
Soil pH Soil pH measures how acidic or alkaline the soil is. It affects nutrient availability and can impact plant growth.
Acid Neutral

Plant Uses & Merits

Uses
  • Patios / Courtyards
  • Coastal Areas
  • Flower Borders
Merits
  • Generally pest-free
  • Low Maintenance

Deschampsia cespitosa Description

Deschampsia cespitosa, commonly known as tufted hair grass, forms a dense evergreen tussock of narrow, leathery dark green leaves. Fine arching stems carry open clouds of silvery-purple flowers during summer, gradually fading to warm straw shades and remaining attractive into autumn. Flowering plants can reach around 1 to 1.5 metres, while the foliage mound remains considerably lower. This Irish native suits prairie-style planting, damp meadows, cottage borders and partially shaded woodland edges. Grow in sun or partial shade in humus-rich, acidic or neutral soil that is moist but well drained. It tolerates exposed and coastal conditions. Cut old flower stems and tired foliage back in early spring before the fresh green growth resumes.

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