{"product_id":"dwarf-hairgrass-eleocharis-parvula","title":"Dwarf Hairgrass (Eleocharis parvula)","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"376\" data-start=\"95\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"114\" data-start=\"95\"\u003eDwarf Hairgrass\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem data-end=\"136\" data-start=\"116\"\u003eEleocharis parvula\u003c\/em\u003e) is a popular carpeting aquatic plant known for its fine, grass-like blades and natural lawn-like appearance. Widely used in aquascaping, it creates a soft, vibrant green carpet that brings a sense of scale and realism to aquarium layouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"631\" data-start=\"378\"\u003eNative to freshwater environments across much of the world, this plant spreads through runners, gradually forming dense mats across the substrate. Its thin, upright blades sway gently with water flow, adding movement and a natural feel to any aquascape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"903\" data-start=\"633\"\u003eWhile Dwarf Hairgrass can thrive in a range of setups, it performs best with moderate to high lighting and benefits from CO₂ supplementation for faster, fuller growth. Once established, it creates a lush foreground carpet ideal for both nature-style and Iwagumi layouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1044\" data-start=\"905\"\u003eDelicate in appearance yet rewarding to grow, Dwarf Hairgrass is a favorite among aquascapers aiming to achieve a clean, professional look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1067\" data-start=\"1051\" data-section-id=\"1iz91iu\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1276\" data-start=\"1068\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1095\" data-start=\"1068\" data-section-id=\"f6wf8v\"\u003eFine, grass-like blades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1136\" data-start=\"1096\" data-section-id=\"evso74\"\u003eCreates a dense, carpeted foreground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1160\" data-start=\"1137\" data-section-id=\"d9ml3r\"\u003eSpreads via runners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1200\" data-start=\"1161\" data-section-id=\"j2iy68\"\u003eAdds natural movement to aquascapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli 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data-start=\"1423\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1469\" data-start=\"1441\" data-section-id=\"1d2nj5g\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1458\" data-start=\"1443\"\u003eWater Flow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1511\" data-start=\"1470\" data-section-id=\"qhuf3c\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1480\" data-start=\"1472\"\u003eCO₂:\u003c\/strong\u003e Recommended for best results\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1577\" data-start=\"1512\" data-section-id=\"1qydosu\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1530\" data-start=\"1514\"\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Runners (spreads naturally across substrate)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1688\" data-start=\"1579\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1587\" data-start=\"1579\"\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in small clumps spaced slightly apart to encourage faster horizontal spread and even coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 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