Goldtau alpine hair grass

Deschampsia cespitosa 'Goldtau'

GrassPoaceae

RHS AGM 2018

Goldtau alpine hair grass
Deer-resistantRabbit-resistantDrought tolerantSalt tolerant
USDA zones4 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moist to wet soil
Habit
Clumping
Bloom season
Summer, autumn, winter

Garden uses

BorderCottage gardenCut flower

Attracts

Birds

Notes

'Goldtau' alpine hair grass (Deschampsia cespitosa 'Goldtau') is a grass for borders and cottage gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full or part sun and moist to wet soil. It grows in a clump and tolerates salt. Deer and rabbits usually look elsewhere for a meal. Birds also visit it.

Pairs well with Western sword fern, Gladiator ornamental onion, and Strawberry Hill rose.

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