Festuca californica 'Blue Fountain'

Common Name:
California fescue
Plant Type:
Grass
Family:
Poaceae (The Grass Family)
Geographic Origin:
California
California Native?:
Yes

Plant Size:
3-5 feet
Landscape/Garden Uses:
Mixed plantings
Flowering Season:
Spring and summer

Flower Color:
Green
Exposure:
Sun or light shade
Soils:
Well-drained soil

Suggested Irrigation:
Moderate to little watering
Estimated Hardiness:
Hardy to 10 degrees F. or less

This is an elegant tall bunchgrass, clumping tightly at the base, with leaves arching to 2 feet or more. In this selection the leaves are colored a chalky blue. Graceful flowering stems rise 3-4 feet in summer, displaying open sprays of large flower heads. Best in light shade, well drained soil, moderate to no supplemental watering when established. Hardy to 10 degrees F. or less.