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DESCHAMPSIA cespitosa 'Goldtau'
Commonly known as Tufted hair grass, Tussock grass


Green leaves ageing to gold-brown. Silvery plumes becoming gold.
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Good to know
Syn. 'Golden Dew' -
Pests & Diseases
Trouble free -
Place of origin
Eurasia, tropical Africa -
EvergreenRigid, rough-textured leaves to 75cm (30in) long
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Fully hardy
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Linear
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Height
75cm (30in) -
Spread
75cm (30in) -
Ornamental grassesTussock-forming grass giving a shimmering effect as the leaves age. Produces silvery reddish brown spikelets
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Hardy - cold winter
Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Mature Size75cm (30in)
75cm (30in)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderCottage gardenRockery (inc alpine)Town garden
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Partial shade
Deschampsia Growing Guide