Deschampsia cespitosa 'Northern Lights' | Northern Lights Tufted Hair Grass
DESCRIPTION
Deschampsia cespitosa 'Northern Lights' is a graceful ornamental grass known for its variegated foliage and delicate flower panicles. Its leaves are green with creamy white and pink accents, offering a soft, glowing effect in the garden. In late spring to early summer, the plant produces airy, silvery-purple flower heads that rise above the foliage, adding movement and texture as they sway gently in the breeze.
This cultivar originated from selective breeding efforts to enhance the visual appeal of the species. 'Northern Lights' is prized for its compact form, colorful foliage, and elegant blooms, making it a beautiful addition to borders, meadow gardens, or naturalistic plantings, where it brings a touch of lightness and elegance.
DESCRIPTION
Deschampsia cespitosa 'Northern Lights' is a graceful ornamental grass known for its variegated foliage and delicate flower panicles. Its leaves are green with creamy white and pink accents, offering a soft, glowing effect in the garden. In late spring to early summer, the plant produces airy, silvery-purple flower heads that rise above the foliage, adding movement and texture as they sway gently in the breeze.
This cultivar originated from selective breeding efforts to enhance the visual appeal of the species. 'Northern Lights' is prized for its compact form, colorful foliage, and elegant blooms, making it a beautiful addition to borders, meadow gardens, or naturalistic plantings, where it brings a touch of lightness and elegance.
DESCRIPTION
Deschampsia cespitosa 'Northern Lights' is a graceful ornamental grass known for its variegated foliage and delicate flower panicles. Its leaves are green with creamy white and pink accents, offering a soft, glowing effect in the garden. In late spring to early summer, the plant produces airy, silvery-purple flower heads that rise above the foliage, adding movement and texture as they sway gently in the breeze.
This cultivar originated from selective breeding efforts to enhance the visual appeal of the species. 'Northern Lights' is prized for its compact form, colorful foliage, and elegant blooms, making it a beautiful addition to borders, meadow gardens, or naturalistic plantings, where it brings a touch of lightness and elegance.
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Family: Poaceae
Height: 12 to 18 inches
Width: 12 to 18 inches
Foliage color: Variegated green with creamy white and pink tinges
Flower color: Pale white, airy panicles
Bloom time: Late spring to early summer
Light requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Water requirements: Moderate
Maintenance: Low; trim back in early spring before new growth
Growing zone: USDA zones 4 to 9
Wildlife attractors: Attracts birds and provides habitat for beneficial insectsThis plant can be seen in the perennial border at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.
