Tufted Hair Grass
Elevate your garden with Tufted Hair Grass, an ornamental grass that brings elegant texture and structure. Thriving in partial sun to shade with average moisture, this North American native forms a neat mound of deep green leaves. Delicate purple flower plumes appear in fall, transitioning to a beautiful tawny gold for winter interest. It's deer and rabbit resistant, attracts birds with its seeds, and is a larval food source for butterflies. Easy to care for, simply cut back old growth in early spring. Perfect for mass plantings or pairing with other shade-loving plants.
$11.32
Owner Satisfaction
4.0
/ 5
Category Rank
4603
/ 4677
#4603 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-59%
Below average
Botanical Name
Deschampsia cespitosa
/ Deschampsia cespitosa
Who it's for
- Excellent Moisture Tolerance
- Fine, Elegant Texture
- Cold and Shade Hardy
Who should skip it
- Poor Heat and Drought Tolerance
- Aggressive Self-Seeder
- Requires Periodic Division
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Deschampsia cespitosa
Light Requirements
Partial Sun / Partial Shade
Soil Moisture
Average
Mature Height
24-36 inches
Mature Spread
12-24 inches
Bloom Time
Late summer to fall
USDA Hardiness Zones
2-10
Life Cycle
Perennial
Features
- Adds height and structure
- Beautiful winter interest
- Deer and rabbit resistant
- Attracts birds and butterflies
- Low maintenance, easy care
- Creates a meadowscape effect
- Thrives in moderate shade
- Native North American plant
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the long-term beauty and hardiness of the Tufted Hair Grass, noting its airy texture and resilience in challenging soil and light. The mature plant delivers stunning visual impact and requires low maintenance. The primary friction point involves initial expectations. Plants often arrive as very small plugs, leading to disappointment regarding immediate size and perceived value. While packaging protects against shipping damage, initial growth can be slow or unsuccessful for some buyers. Success strongly correlates with patience during the establishment phase. Ultimately, this product offers excellent garden value if customers accept the inherent risks and slow start associated with transplanting young perennials.
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