Reed fescue
Festuca arundinacea
Reed fescue is a tough, adaptable cool-season grass commonly used for lawns, pastures, and erosion control. It tolerates a wide range of soil types and moderate shade, requiring minimal supplemental watering once established. Mow or trim periodically to keep it tidy and prevent it from becoming overly coarse.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
18″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-14 Days • Water Deeply To Encourage Deep Root Development, Allowing Soil To Partially Dry Between Waterings
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 Oct 19, 2020 by Elise Delahaut (cc-by-sa)
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