Discover Tufted Hairgrass
Tufted Hairgrass, scientifically known as Deschampsia Cespitosa, is a stunning native ornamental grass that thrives in moist conditions. With heights ranging from 12 to 36 inches, this grass will add a beautiful green backdrop to your garden, transitioning to cream, white, purple, and golden tones as it matures.
Ideal Growing Conditions
These seeds are perfect for planting outdoors after the last frost or indoors weeks before. They exhibit hardiness in USDA zones 2 to 8, making them a versatile choice for various climates. The recommended planting spacing is 12 to 24 inches apart, ensuring ample room for growth.
Benefits of Tufted Hairgrass
Not only is Tufted Hairgrass aesthetically pleasing, but it is also deer resistant and very cold hardy. It requires average to moist soil and can thrive in sun to part shade conditions, making it a great addition to sustainable landscaping.
Key Features
- Native to various regions
- Cold hardy and resilient
- Beautiful color transitions throughout the seasons
- Easy to care for and maintain
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the ideal height of Tufted Hairgrass? It typically grows between 12 to 36 inches, depending on conditions.
- When is the best time to plant these seeds? Plant them outdoors after frost or indoors weeks before the last frost.
- How far apart should I plant Tufted Hairgrass? A spacing of 12 to 24 inches is recommended.
- Is Tufted Hairgrass suitable for my garden? It thrives in USDA hardiness zones 2 to 8 and prefers moist soil.
- Does this grass attract deer? No, Tufted Hairgrass is deer resistant.
Tommi –
Shipped a lot of seeds.
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ajehly –
Shipped quickly – really tiny seeds, so they were interesting to handle, and took a bit of time to germinate due to our cooler weather, but they are coming up nicely now!