Tufted Hair Grass
Deschampsia cespitosa
outdoorA clumping cool-season grass with fine, upright foliage topped by delicate, airy flower panicles that shimmer in the breeze from late spring through summer. Extremely hardy and adaptable, it tolerates both wet and dry conditions, making it valuable for difficult sites including boggy areas and meadows. It provides year-round interest with evergreen foliage and persistent seed heads.
Common Problems
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Care Guide
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Light
Full sun to partial shade; performs best with 6+ hours of direct sunlight daily
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Water
Highly adaptable; tolerates both wet and dry soils once established. Water regularly during establishment; drought-tolerant once mature but prefers consistent moisture
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Soil
Acidic to neutral, well-draining loam or sandy soil; tolerates poor soil and even clay if drainage is adequate. pH 5.5–7.0 optimal
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Fertiliser
Light feeding unnecessary for established plants; apply balanced fertilizer in spring if grown in very poor soil
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Temperature
Cool-season grass; hardy and vigorous; thrives in cooler climates and tolerates frost well
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Humidity
Tolerates dry air once established; no special humidity requirements
Toxicity
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Non-toxic; entirely safe
Common Diseases
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Seasonal Care
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Resume regular watering and feeding as growth picks up.
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Peak growing season. Water and feed regularly.
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Reduce watering as growth slows. Stop heavy feeding.
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Minimal watering and feeding. Protect from frost if needed.