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Deschampsia cespitosa Tufted hairgrass

Cool season, leafy, densely tufted perennial bunchgrass. Most common on moist sites between 5,000 and 13,000 ft. but may occur on drier sites at its upper limit. Very palatable to both livestock and wildlife.

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Species Attributes

Height:

13 - 24 in.

Life Form:

Bunchgrass

Native or Introduced:

Native

Season:

Cool

Sun & Shade Tolerance:

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Elevation:

5,000 - 13,000 ft.

Precipitation:

14 in. - Wetland adapted

Soil Texture
Coarse:

Not Adapted

Moderately Coarse:

Marginal

Medium:

Best

Moderately Fine:

Best

Fine:

Marginal

Soil pH
Acidic:

Best

Neutral:

Best

Basic:

Not Adapted

Seeding Rate:

1 - 2 PLS lbs/Acre

Pure Seed per Bushel:

24.50 lbs.

Seeds per Pound:

1,500,000

Germination Time:

Days

Mycorrhizal Dependent:

Yes

Planting Season:

Fall

Varieties:

Nortran

First known cultivar of the species. Very hardy and well adapted to northern regions and upper elevations at lower latitudes. Excellent for low maintenance ground cover. (Released 1986, source of ecotype: Alaska and Iceland)

Variety Release Notes:
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