Festuca idahoensis
Idaho Fescue
Description
The Idaho fescue is a cool season densely tufted perennial grass that is usually blue in color but can be green. The flowering stalks are 1-2 ft. tall. The Idaho fescue is native to California, is drought tolerant, and is a beneficial insect plant. -Cornflower Farms
Plant Type
Perennial, Grass
Height Range
1-3'
Width Range
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Blue Green, Grey Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Low, Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Meadow
Accenting Features
n/a
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Perennial Border, With Rocks
Special Uses
Erosion Control, Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Move turf away form sidewalks and pavement.
Instead plant shrubs or groundcovers next to the pavement, and water with low-flow drip or bubbler system to eliminate runoff from turf sprinklers