Deschampsia cespitosa

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Tufted hair grassPerennial, EvergreenFamily: Poaceae

Flower colour:

Purple

Foliage colour:

Blue/Green

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Position

Sun Exposure:

Dappled shade, full sun, partial shade

Aspect:

East facing, north facing, south facing, west facing

Position in Border:

Front, middle

Soil

Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Deschampsia cespitosa is a spectacular fountain-shaped grass, bearing densly tufted evergreen foliage, from which tall sprays of silver-tinted purple flower-heads appear in summer. It's a fantastic choice for growing between shrubs and perennials in ornamental borders, and is a good option for a wildflower meadow. The seedheads persist well into winter and become bronze-brown with age – they work well in dried winter flower arrangements.

For best results, grow Deschampsia cespitosa in partial shade. Remove faded seedheads in late winter before new growth appears.

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Deschampsia ‘Cespitosa’ and wildlife

Deschampsia ‘Cespitosa’ has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.

Is Deschampsia ‘Cespitosa’ poisonous?

Deschampsia ‘Cespitosa’ has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Cats

Cats

Is not known to attract Dogs

Dogs

Is not known to attract Horses

Horses

Is not known to attract Livestock

Livestock

Is not known to attract People

People

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