Clump forming, fine textured blue-green foliage. Tends to be semievergren. Flowers are not significant. Good accent plant.
This is a clump forming cool season grass.
Plant grows best in full sun in very well-drained soil. During hot summers plant will go dormant unless kept watered.
Over 19 cultivars available. Some to consider are:
'Elijah Blue' 8" bright silver blue foliage
'Boulder Blue' 12" soft powder blue
'Superba' 10" one of the best blue foliaged fescues
'Golden Toupee' 10" golden yellow foliage
Environmental Damage
Additional pests and problems that may affect this plant:
Plants demand excellent drainage. Root rots possible in heavy wet soil.