Plant Type: Herbaceous
Climate Zones: Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7
Light Levels: Part Sun, Shade
Water Needs: Low, Moderate
Maintenance Needs: Low
Season of Interest: Fall, Spring, Summer
Average Height: 6'+
Soil Type: Lean/Poor Tolerant, Moist Tolerant
Soil pH: Acidic
Soil Drainage: Moist, Well-Drained
Attract Wildlife: Attracts Pollinators
Tolerances: Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant
Native Plants: Northeastern U.S. Native
Colors: Green
Other: Nice Fall Foliage, Pollinator Attracting
Deschampsia flexuosa, commonly known as flexuous wild grass, is a graceful perennial grass that grows to 2-3 feet tall with airy flower heads that add movement and texture to gardens. Ideal for shaded areas, it thrives in lean, well-drained soil and attracts pollinators while providing lovely fall foliage.