Festuca idahoensis 'Stony Creek'

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

Plant Size:
2 feet
Landscape/Garden Uses:
Mixed plantings
Flowering Season:
Summer

Flower Color:
Grey/Silver
Exposure:
Sun or light shade
Soils:
Well-drained soil

Suggested Irrigation:
Moderate to little watering
Estimated Hardiness:
Hardy to 0 degrees F. or less

Low tight hummocks are 6 inches high, with very narrow blue grey leaves. Flowering stems reach over 18 inches and are silvery to pale pink in color. Both these and the glistening seed heads are most attractive. This selection was introduced by the Botanic Garden at Tilden Regional Park. Best in sun, with well drained soil, and moderate to little supplemental watering when established. Hardy to 0 degrees F. or less.