New! Deschampsia cespitosa

Native to much of western and northern North America, Deschampsia cespitosa is a versatile and widely used ornamental grass. It’s a cool-season species, meaning it grows in spring and fall and goes quiet (sometimes fully dormant) in midsummer heat. Dense clumps of foliage send up taller stalks with delicate, airy inflorescences that shimmer when they catch the light.

Commonly known as Tufted Hairgrass, Deschampsia is a genus of grasses native to parts of North America, Europe, and Asia. The perennial species are known for their durability and long-lasting presence in landscapes. Deschampsia prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. It is prized for its delicate, airy flower panicles that rise above fine, green foliage in early summer, providing texture and movement in the garden and attracting pollinators. These ornamental Grasses are also known for their deer- and pest-resistance.

For more information on Ornamental Grasses, click Growing Guide.

HOW PLANTS ARE SHIPPED

The size of the plants we ship has been selected to reduce the shock of transplanting. For some, this means a large, bareroot crown. Others cannot travel bareroot or transplant best if grown in containers. We ship these perennials and annuals in 1 pint pots, except as noted. We must point out that many perennials will not bloom the first year after planting, but will the following year, amply rewarding your patience. We ship bulbs as dormant, bare bulbs, sometimes with some wood shavings or moss. Shrubs, Roses, vines, and other woody plants may be shipped bareroot or in pots. The size of the pot is noted in the quick facts for each item.

WHEN WE SHIP

We ship our bulbs and plants at the right time for planting in your area, except as noted, with orders dispatched on a first-come, first-served basis by climate zone. We also ship a wide range of containers and planters, tools, supplies, fertilizers, garden wear, garden decor items, as well as indoor decorations like wreaths and dried bouquets when available. Estimated dates for shipping are indicated in the green Shipping Details box for each item. Please supply a street address for delivery. Kindly contact us with two weeks notice, if you'll be away at the expected time of delivery.

OUR GUARANTEE

We guarantee to ship plants that are in prime condition for growing. If your order is damaged or fails to meet your expectations, we will cheerfully replace or refund it. Please contact our Customer Service Department at 1-800-503-9624 or email us at [email protected]. Please include your order number or customer number when contacting us.