{"product_id":"dwarf-hair-grass","title":"Dwarf Hair Grass","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAbout Dwarf Hair Grass\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDwarf Hair Grass is one of the most popular carpeting plants in the aquascaping hobby, valued for its fine, grass-like leaves and ability to create a natural-looking underwater meadow. When established, it produces dense green runners that spread across the substrate, creating a soft, flowing carpet that looks particularly impressive in Nature Aquariums and Iwagumi-style layouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDwarf Hair Grass is an excellent choice for aquascapers wanting a more natural, grassy foreground rather than the small-leaved appearance of Monte Carlo or H.C. Cuba. Its fine leaves sway gently in the aquarium current, adding movement and texture to the aquascape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt performs best with \u003cstrong\u003emoderate to high lighting\u003c\/strong\u003e, a nutrient-rich substrate, and good water circulation. CO₂ is not absolutely essential, but it can significantly improve spreading speed and density, particularly in higher-tech aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlanting small portions with space between each plug allows the runners to spread naturally throughout the substrate. Regular trimming can help maintain a shorter, more uniform lawn once the carpet becomes established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardy, attractive, and versatile, Dwarf Hair Grass is an excellent foreground plant for both beginner and experienced aquascapers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eEleocharis\u003c\/em\u003e sp.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dwarf Hair Grass\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carpeting Plant\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to Intermediate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to High\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCO₂ Required:\u003c\/strong\u003e No (Recommended)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18–28°C\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–15 dGH\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Foreground\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nature aquariums, Iwagumi layouts, shrimp tanks, nano aquariums, and planted freshwater aquariums\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes Dwarf Hair Grass require CO₂?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It can grow without CO₂, although supplementation can significantly improve growth rate, runner production, and carpet density.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I plant Dwarf Hair Grass?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeparate it into small plugs and plant them individually into the substrate. Leave a few centimetres between plugs to allow the runners to spread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long does Dwarf Hair Grass take to carpet?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder good lighting, nutrients, and CO₂, it can begin spreading within several weeks and gradually form a dense carpet over the following months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes Dwarf Hair Grass need to be trimmed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce established, trimming can help maintain a short, even lawn. Avoid cutting it excessively short while it is still establishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Dwarf Hair Grass suitable for shrimp tanks?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The dense grass provides excellent cover for shrimp and shrimplets while creating plenty of surfaces for biofilm to develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Mistakes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting large clumps\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSeparate the grass into small plugs before planting. Smaller portions establish and spread more evenly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInsufficient lighting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLow light can cause the grass to grow taller and thinner rather than producing a dense carpet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting too deeply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnly the roots should be planted into the substrate. Avoid burying the entire crown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoor substrate nutrition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA nutrient-rich substrate encourages strong root development and faster runner production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExpecting an instant carpet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDwarf Hair Grass needs time to establish its root system and send out runners before forming a dense lawn.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Apex Aquatic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48856340922507,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0579\/8353\/3195\/files\/oied_I20gZDIWq_svgmsi9Cqkqolwigiy_yQxoBx3b9z28aP_L6Ju7H8Bi9dyfxwnslt3ytOxcElWUu1UHzwFLy_CXAORfN7KMqmeXCRrpTll4d_bXUTfiSn8qwM_5vQVKJR4KmrBA5-TyAok4ZGSlIUCvfKdw_SkF6W8h8cROl_gBCykJC3nNO.jpg?v=1786333921","url":"https:\/\/apexaquatic.com.au\/products\/dwarf-hair-grass","provider":"Apex Aquatic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}