Dwarf Hair Grass (Sagittaria subulata) – The Breezy Underwater Meadow!

Want your aquarium floor to look like a rolling field of underwater grass? Dwarf Hair Grass (Sagittaria subulata) is here to turn your tank into a lush, green paradise! With its thin, grass-like blades that sway gently in the current, this fast-spreading beauty quickly forms a soft, natural carpet—perfect for aquascapes, nano tanks, and shrimp havens alike. Whether you're creating a dreamy nature-style layout or just want to add some vibrant greenery, Dwarf Hair Grass is a must-have for foreground coverage!

Key Features:

🌾 Lush Grass-Like Growth: Forms a thick, swaying carpet of greenery.
☀️ Loves Bright Light: Grows best under moderate to high lighting.
💦 Oxygen Booster: Absorbs excess nutrients and helps maintain water quality.
🐠 Perfect for Shrimp & Fish: Provides grazing areas and hiding spots.
🏡 Easy to Grow & Spread: Propagates through runners, filling in empty spaces.

Why You’ll Love It:

🌟 Effortless Carpet Formation: Quickly covers the substrate with lush growth.
📏 Perfect for Foreground Planting: Stays compact and neat in aquascapes.
💨 Low to Medium Maintenance: Thrives with moderate care and occasional trimming.
🛠 Great for Beginners & Pros: Adapts to different tank setups with ease.

How to Keep It Happy:

☀️ Lighting: Moderate to high—brighter light keeps growth short and dense.
💧 Water Conditions: pH 6.5-7.5, temperatures 68°F-82°F (20°C-28°C).
🪴 Substrate: Fine-grain sand or nutrient-rich soil for best results.
🌬 CO₂: Not required but helps create a more compact carpet.
✂️ Maintenance: Trim occasionally to promote horizontal growth.

Where It Shines Best:

✔️ Foreground carpeting in planted tanks
✔️ Shrimp and nano aquariums
✔️ Low-maintenance community tanks
✔️ Iwagumi and nature-style aquascapes

Bonus Tip!

For a thick, uniform carpet, plant Dwarf Hair Grass in small patches a few inches apart—before you know it, runners will spread and fill the gaps!