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Deschampsia cesp. 'Goldtau'
Deschampsia cesp. 'Goldtau'

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Tufted Hair Grass 'Goldtau'

Deschampsia cesp. 'Goldtau'

Deschampsia cesp. 'Goldtau'

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Deschampsia cespitosa 'Goldtau' is a compact evergreen grass, sporting whispy plumes of green and light gold that give a soft, shimmering effect. It forms mounds less than a metre high and wide, working well in sun or partial shade.
Choose a size: 2L pot

Plant height is measured from the base of the pot to the top of the plant. Heights are approximate and may vary with season.

The most common sized pots we sell from our nursery are 9cm, 17cm (2L), 19cm (3L) and 22.5cm (5L).

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Deschampsia cesp. 'Goldtau' (Tufted Hair Grass 'Goldtau')

This cultivar of tufted hair grass has bright green foliage that fades to a tan brown as it matures. It's flower plumes grow to around 75cm tall. They are greyish-brown and light green, turning more bright and golden over time.

Grow this grass in full sun or partial shade, in a reasonable moisture retentive but free-draining soil that is acidic or neutral. Humus rich and acidic conditions are preferred.

This grass is good for cottage gardens, prairie-style planting, slope stabilisation, or a range of other garden uses.

  • Suitable for mixed borders
    Suited to mixed borders
  • Low maintenance plant
    Low maintenance
  • Suitable as ground cover
    Use as ground cover
  • Cottage garden plant
    Cottage garden plant

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Botanical Name: Deschampsia cespitosa 'Goldtau' Common Name: Tufted Hair Grass 'Goldtau' Genus: Deschampsia
Plant Type: Grasses Native Area: Temperate Northern Hemisphere Colour(s): Yellow

Characteristics

Eventual Height: ~0.5-1m Eventual Spread: ~0.5-1m Hardiness: H5 (Fully Hardy)
Life Cycle: Evergreen Preferred Sunlight: Full Sun Preferred Soil: Most soil types

Seasonal information

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