Oxygenating Dwarf Hairgrass | Eleocharis acicularis
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Oxygenating Dwarf Hairgrass
Eleocharis acicularis
- A slender and compact tufted fine, bright green grass with stems topped by chestnut brown spikelets
- This submerged aquatic perennial forms spreading mats under the water
- Flowers from August to September
- An excellent oxygenator which will help to keep your pond in perfect health
- Native plant - atttractive to wildlife
- Ideal for ponds, slow moving streams, wet meadows and muddy margins. This plant can also be grown as a marginal
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, the Oxygenating Dwarf Hairgrass can be grown in a submerged aquatic basket or pot placed within a larger water-filled container.
How big does it get?
Oxygenating Dwarf Hairgrass typically reaches a height of 10-15 cm and spreads to form a dense mat.
How much sunlight does this need?
The Oxygenating Dwarf Hairgrass thrives in full sun to partial shade.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Oxygenating Dwarf Hairgrass thrives in heavy loam or clay-based aquatic soil, placed at the bottom of a pond.
How much watering does this plant need?
The Oxygenating Dwarf Hairgrass is an aquatic plant that needs to be fully submerged in water to thrive.
Will this plant need pruning?
The Oxygenating Dwarf Hairgrass may need thinning out by about a third in late summer if it becomes too dense.
How hardy is this plant?
Eleocharis acicularis is fully hardy (H6), surviving temperatures down to -20°C across the UK.
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