Deschampsia caespitosa
Deschampsia caespitosa
Tufted Hair Grass
Oregon native bunchgrass. Attractive, arching, green blades topped with large, airy, panicles turn to yellow. Excellent habitat for many species; a caterpillar host, food source for some moths and butterflies. Tolerant of wet sites and salt spray. Rain gardens, bioswales and riparian area plantings.  (Ornamental Grass)
Bloom time Size Exposure
Summer 2-4' tall x 3' wide Sun Part Shade 
Hardiness Zone:4,5,6,7,8
zone map Cold Hardy to -30° to -20°F
Attracts Bees Attracts BeesAttracts Beneficial Insects Attracts Beneficial Insects
Attracts Butterflies Attracts ButterfliesDeer Resistant Deer Resistant
Drought Tolerant Drought TolerantFire-Resistant Plants Fire-Resistant Plants
Long Blooming or Repeat Blooming Long Blooming or Repeat BloomingMay Naturalize May Naturalize
Native to NorthWest Native to NorthWestTolerates moist soil Tolerates moist soil