Meadow fescue
Festuca pratensis
Meadow fescue is a cool-season perennial grass well suited to lawns, pastures, and naturalistic plantings in temperate climates. It prefers moist, fertile soils and tolerates part shade better than many turf grasses. Mow or cut back in early spring to encourage fresh growth and maintain a tidy appearance.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
12″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-14 Days • Water Evenly To Keep Soil Consistently Moist; Tolerates Brief Dry Spells Once Established
Soil pH
6 – 7.5
Temperature
-60° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Jun 19, 2019 by Abdullina Dina (cc-by-sa)
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