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Tufted Hair Grass |
Information by: Jerry Sortomme Photographer: Steve Mullany/Engstrom
Description
The tufted hairgrass is a warm season clumping grass that grows 4' tall with airy summer flowery plumes. This grass tolerates partial shade and heavy clay soils. It is good in waterside plantings and meadows. The tufted hairgrass is native to California and is a beneficial insect plant. It prefers moist soil and shade from afternoon sun.
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Anatomy
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Sun/Water
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Design
Plant Type
Perennial, Grass
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
Gold
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Fix leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes.
One broken spray sprinkler can waste 10 gallons per minute - or 100 gallons in a typical 10 minute watering cycle.