Tufted hairgrass Tauträger

This tufted hairgrass forms a neat clump of deep green leaves, from which fine, slender stems emerge in the summer. Delicate, airy flower clouds in golden and silver shades appear on them. A great advantage is that the leaves remain green even through the winter, so the flower bed looks lively all year round.

This means the plant does not lose its beauty in the autumn and does not die back completely to the ground. Its leaves remain partially green even during the winter months. Furthermore, dried inflorescences covered in morning frost or light snow create a wonderful, almost fairytale-like spectacle in the garden.

Definitely yes! Deschampsia is proudly categorized as a plant for beginners. Thanks to its high tolerance for various soil types and total resistance to frost, pests, and diseases, it requires minimal maintenance. You will receive a well-grown seedling that just needs to be planted.

Tufted hairgrass sprouts very early in the spring, and unlike many other grasses, you do not need to cut it back completely. It is perfectly sufficient to wear gardening gloves in the spring and simply comb out and pluck the old, dead, or dry leaves from the clump. This will perfectly aerate the plant.

Not at all! This is a fully hardy perennial that falls into hardiness zone 4a. This means it will survive even extreme frosts down to -34 degrees Celsius without the slightest problem. There is no need to cover it with conifer branches or provide any other winter protection in the autumn.

We recommend a spacing of 40 to 50 cm. This allows for approximately 4 to 6 plants per square meter. This ensures that individual clusters have enough room for their natural, airy, and upright growth.

This grass prefers slightly moist to moist soil. If you plant it in a sunnier location, it will require more regular watering to prevent it from drying out. However, it handles wet conditions exceptionally well, so you don't need to worry about overwatering it.

Yes, you can very successfully grow mature seedlings in a sufficiently large and deep container. They make an excellent addition to both modern and rustic terraces. However, don't forget to provide good drainage at the bottom of the pot and ensure much more regular watering, as soil in containers dries out faster.

Certainly! Its thin, airy inflorescences are very suitable for cutting for fresh summer bouquets, to which they immediately add volume and lightness. Likewise, you can safely dry them to create elegant autumn and winter decorations.

We have great news; the 'Tauträger' variety is highly resilient and vigorous. It does not suffer from any common fungal or bacterial diseases, and pests also steer clear of it. Its cultivation is completely worry-free and requires no spraying.

During full bloom, when it sends up its characteristic airy panicles, it reaches a total height of between 60 and 100 cm. The grass clump itself is somewhat lower, staying close to the ground and forming a beautiful green mound.

You can look forward to enjoying these delicate flowers throughout the summer, specifically in June, July, and August. The flowers themselves feature beautiful yellow and green tones that create a dazzling golden to silver shimmer in the summer sun.

Thanks to its airy appearance, it complements vividly flowering perennials such as Coneflower, sedum, or autumn asters perfectly. It also looks beautiful in shadier areas alongside ferns and hostas, where its delicate flowers bring a sense of lightness to the entire composition.

Rest assured, the plant is not poisonous or toxic to pets in any way. It is a safe, native grass. Furthermore, it does not emit any strong aroma that would unnecessarily attract or irritate animals. You can safely plant it almost anywhere in your garden.

Yes, absolutely! Deschampsia (hair grass) is very hardy; it grows naturally in damp meadows and clearings, so heavy clay or loam soil poses no problem for it. It actually benefits from these denser soils because they retain the necessary moisture much better.

It thrives best in partial shade or sun, with fresh and moister spots being ideal. However, it is incredibly adaptable, so it can handle more difficult conditions without any major issues, such as dry shade under trees or, conversely, temporarily waterlogged soil.

This grass naturally self-seeds in its location. Fine seeds from the spent plumes easily fall into the surrounding soil, where they can germinate. If you wish to prevent self-seeding, simply trim the spent stalks in time. You can propagate mature, large clumps by standard division.

Although it is very hardy, if planted in full sun without sufficient watering, the leaf tips may dry out during a hot summer. In such cases, we recommend thoroughly soaking the plant down to the roots and, if possible, mulching the surrounding area.