Note: This is an archive page preserved for informational use. Cultural and Growing Info is provided below.
Minus icon Plant Type Perennials, Grasses
Minus icon Height Short 12-16" (2-3' in flower)
Minus icon Spacing Plant 24" apart
Minus icon Bloom Time Mid-Summer to Early Fall
Minus icon Sun / Shade Full Sun to Half Sun / Half Shade
Minus icon Growing Zones 4-9
Minus icon Soil Type Acidic, Clay, Normal, Sandy
Minus icon Water Needs Low
Minus icon Sold In Plantable Pots (3.5x3.5x4")
Deschampsia cespitosa 'Goldtau'
Deschampsia cespitosa is a clump-forming, cool season grass that grows well in part shade and prefers moist soils. Cool season grasses tend to have most growth in spring before temperatures begin exceeding 75 degrees and again in the fall when temperatures cool down. Maintains nice color throughout the summer. Ornamental Grasses and Sedges are restricted from Idaho and Oregon.
Leave foliage in place until spring. When snow is gone, cut back before new shoots appear. Leave about 1/3 of the plant in place. May be transplanted in spring or fall, but early spring is the best time to divide.
Our plants are grown in 3.5x3.5x4” plantable pots. Made from 100% biodegradable coconut husk fibers (coir), these pots have tremendous advantages over plastic pots. With better air exchange, this "breathable" pot fosters robust root growth and reduces transplant shock since you can plant the pots directly in the ground. The pot naturally becomes part of the soil on its own over time—no composting required—and since they're made from a renewable resource that requires very little energy, they're earth-friendly too!
We offer a 100% guarantee for all our perennials to reach you in good condition and to grow. If you're not satisfied, we'll reship or refund immediately. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have questions or concerns—we share your passion for gardening and want your new plants to thrive in your border!
We use custom, earth-friendly packaging to make sure your order arrives in great condition, and we ship based on the best planting time for your growing zone (see the approximate dates below), unless otherwise indicated at checkout. If you wish, you can indicate a specific ship date during checkout.
