Red Fescue

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Festuca rubra 'Molate'

Red Fescue

A native bunchgrass, a clumper and runner - if not mowed it develops a hummock like appearance. A good lawn or meadow grass for sun or part shade, drought tolerant once established. A seed selection with a grayer appearance

General Plant Information
Hardiness Zones 5
Height 1'-2'
Feature Popular, slow spreading, clumping silvery-blue grass with tiny green flower spikes in spring turn to rose-mauve blooms. Adaptable to many soil conditions. Drought tolerant. Semi-deciduous variety.
Light Sun
Bloom Color N/A
Bloom Time N/A
Foliage Color Green
Uses Meadows, Lawn Substitute, Groundcover, Erosion Control
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