{"product_id":"hair-grass","title":"Hair Grass","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAbout Hair Grass\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHair Grass is a classic aquarium carpeting plant known for its \u003cstrong\u003efine, grass-like green leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e and natural meadow appearance. It creates a soft, flowing foreground that works beautifully in Nature Aquariums, Iwagumi layouts, nano tanks, and planted community aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared with Dwarf Hair Grass, Hair Grass can grow taller and produce a more flowing, meadow-like effect. When planted densely and maintained correctly, it can create a lush green carpet across the substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHair Grass spreads through underground runners, gradually producing new shoots that fill surrounding areas. Good lighting and a nutrient-rich substrate encourage healthy root development and faster spreading. CO₂ is not absolutely essential, but supplementation can significantly improve growth, density, and carpet formation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlanting small portions with some space between them allows the runners to spread naturally. Once established, regular trimming can be used to maintain the desired height and encourage a dense, uniform lawn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts fine foliage also provides excellent shelter and grazing surfaces for shrimp and small aquarium inhabitants.\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 acicularis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hair Grass\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Widely distributed across the Northern Hemisphere\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carpeting \/ Grass 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 Soft to Moderately Hard\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 Hair Grass require CO₂?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It can grow without CO₂, although supplementation generally produces faster spreading, denser growth, and a healthier carpet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between Hair Grass and Dwarf Hair Grass?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHair Grass generally grows taller and produces a more flowing meadow effect, while Dwarf Hair Grass is typically shorter and better suited to a low, compact carpet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I plant Hair Grass?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeparate it into small plugs and plant each portion individually into the substrate. Leave some space between plugs so the runners can spread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long does Hair Grass take to carpet?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder good lighting, nutrients, and CO₂, it can begin spreading within several weeks. A dense carpet can take several months depending on aquarium conditions and planting density.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Hair Grass suitable for shrimp tanks?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Its dense grass-like growth provides shelter for shrimp and shrimplets and creates excellent surfaces for biofilm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Mistakes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting large clumps\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDivide Hair Grass into smaller portions before planting to encourage even spreading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInsufficient lighting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLow light can cause the grass to become taller and thinner rather than forming a dense carpet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting too deeply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnly the roots should be buried. Keep the crown of the plant above the substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoor substrate nutrition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA nutrient-rich substrate encourages strong root growth and runner production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExpecting an instant carpet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHair Grass needs time to establish and spread through runners. Avoid disturbing it while it is developing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Apex Aquatic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48856339579019,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0579\/8353\/3195\/files\/Plant_Hairgrass-Pot.jpg?v=1786337111","url":"https:\/\/apexaquatic.com.au\/products\/hair-grass","provider":"Apex Aquatic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}