Dwarf Hairgrass (Eleocharis acicularis) – Potted

Description

Dwarf Hairgrass (Eleocharis acicularis) creates a soft, grassy lawn across the foreground of an aquarium. It spreads by runners and is one of the most popular plants for nature-style aquascapes.

Supplied as a potted plant.

Care Guide

• Plant Type: Carpeting plant

• Placement: Foreground

• Lighting: Medium to high

• CO₂: Recommended

• Growth Rate: Moderate

• Temperature: 18–28°C

• pH: 6.0–7.5

• Difficulty: Easy to moderate

Planting & Care

Remove the plant from its pot and rinse away the rock wool. Split it into small clumps and plant them a few centimetres apart with tweezers.

Trim regularly once established to keep the lawn thick and even.