Steel-blue tufted mound. Perfect edging or rock garden accent.
Quick Reference
- Bloom Season
- Jun to Jul
- USDA Zones
- 3-8
- Sun
- Full Sun
- Water
- Low - drought tolerant
- Mature Height
- 8-12"
- Bloom Colors
- Blue
△ Deer Resistant✦ Low Maintenance▢ Container Friendly
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About This Name
Festuca glauca is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Blue Fescue unambiguously. The genus Festuca places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Blue Fescue, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Festuca glauca will give you the most precise results.