100 Seeds Tufted Hairgrass Deschampsia cespitosa Ornamental Grass

Tufted Hairgrass (Deschampsia cespitosa) is a cool-season ornamental grass that forms neat, dense clumps of fine-textured, deep green foliage. In summer, airy panicles of tiny florets rise above the leaves, shifting from green to golden and lasting well into winter for multi-season interest. It is a graceful choice for borders, meadows, rain gardens, and container plantings.

This versatile grass works well in mixed perennial borders, naturalized meadow plantings, and near water features where its soft, hazy flower heads add movement and texture. It tolerates a range of soils and can be left standing over winter for structure and visual appeal before being cut back in early spring. Its fine foliage contrasts nicely with broad-leaved perennials and bolder grasses.
Species: Deschampsia cespitosa
Type: Cool-season perennial ornamental grass
Plant_Habit: Dense tufted clumps, fine-textured foliage
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Moist, well-drained soil; tolerates a range of soil types
Days_to_Harvest: Not applicable
Zones: 4 to 9
Germination: 14 to 28 days at 65 to 70F
Sowing: Surface sow lightly, press seed into soil, keep consistently moist
Spacing: 12 to 18 inches apart
Notes: Cut back in late winter to early spring before new growth emerges