Festuca glauca
blue fescue
Small, blue-green bunchgrass best in groups. Spikes of flowers in summer.
 Height | 6–12in |
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 Width | 6–12in |
 Tolerates | Cold, Drought, Heat, Wind |
 Water needs | Low – Moderate |
Water this plant regularly, when the top inch or so of soil feels dry. If you establish this pattern over several years, then you can cut back to watering every week or two in dry weather. Use drippers, emitters, or a slow stream of water so that it doesn't run off; allow the water to trickle all the way down through the deepest layers of soil. In a pot slowly water the entire surface until water comes out of the bottom of your pot.C | |
 Hardy to | -30°F |
 Exposure | Full Sun |
 Plant traits | Clumping, Grassy |
 Indoor / outdoor | Outdoor |
 Drainage | In Ground: Planting Mix, In Pots: Potting Soil |
 Fertilizing | All Purpose |
 Origin | S France |
 California native | No |
 Sunset zones | 4–24 |
The above information reflects the observations of Grubb and Nadler and our extended plant community. We always consider input from fellow horticulturists and welcome feedback from those with additional information on the culture of this plant.
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