Tufted Hair Grass (Kalapuya)
Deschampsia cespitosa
Attractive as ornamental. Can spread via roots as well as seedlings.
Plant Details
| Habitats | |
|---|---|
| Habitat Notes | Shallow Marsh; Wet prairie. Throughout Willamette Valley. Good drought tolerance. Excellent tolerance of very wet winter conditions. Moist to seasonally wet meadows and freshwater wetlands. |
| Arboretums | |
| Years Planted at Arboretums | 2012 |
| Mature Height | 3-5’ |
| Shade Preference |
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| Soil Tolerance | Moderately moist to seasonally flooded soils |
| Special Uses | Provides wildlife forage, cover and food; Provides bank stabilization; Ornamental; Deer resistant |
