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Ornamental Grasses · MCH exam plant
Tufted Hair Grass
Deschampsia cespitosa
deh-SHAMP-see-a ses-pih-TOH-sa
Native to New England
Grass
Key ID features
Airy golden panicles, clump forming, tolerates shade and wet, native
| Botanical name | Deschampsia cespitosa |
|---|---|
| Family | Poaceae |
| Genus | Deschampsia |
| Category | Ornamental Grasses |
| USDA hardiness zones | 4a–9a |
| Sun | Part Sun |
| Water | Moderate |
| Native to New England | Yes |
| Salt tolerant | No |
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