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Deschampsia cesp. 'Goldtau'

Original price €16,95 - Original price €24,95
Original price
€24,95
€16,95 - €24,95
Current price €24,95

Deschampsia cespitosa 'Goldtau'

'Goldtau' is a slender, arching, mound-forming grass with mid-green leaves and silver, reddish-brown flower spikes from early to late summer maturing to a golden yellow.

Overview

Type
Grass
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Upright, Arching
Maturity
5-10 yrs
Max Height
0.8m
Max Spread
0.8m
Hardiness
H5
Toxicity
Not toxic
Suggested Uses
Prairie/Meadow Borders Architectural Containers/Patio
Flowering Season
Summer Autumn
Foliage Season
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Growing Conditions

Grow in loamy, sandy soil in full sun, partial shade. Cut back hard to 10-15cm in late February/March before new growth
Sunlight
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Aspect
South, East, West
Exposure
Exposed, Sheltered
Drainage
Well-drained, Moist but well-drained
pH
Neutral, Acid
Soil Types
Loamy, Sandy
Drought Tolerant
No
Flood Tolerant
No

Care & Pests

Pruning
Cut back hard to 10-15cm in late February/March before new growth
Propagation
Division
Care Tips
  • Cut back in late winter
  • Divide every 3-5 years in spring
  • Leave seed heads for winter interest
Common Pests
Aphids
Diseases
Rust