Festuca idahoensis 'Warren Peak'

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

Plant Size:
1 foot high
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 leaves, bright green at first and becoming greyish green in age. The 1-2 foot blooming stems are silvery to pale pink in color. Both these and the glistening seed heads are most attractive. Best in sun, well drained soil, moderate to little supplemental watering when established. Hardy to 0 degrees F. or less.