Festuca rubra 'Molate'

Common Name:
Red fescue
Plant Type:
Grass
Family:
Poaceae (The Grass Family)
Geographic Origin:
California
California Native?:
Yes
Plant Size:
1 foot high
Landscape/Garden Uses:
natural lawns
Flowering Season:
Spring and summer
Flower Color:
Grey/Silver
Exposure:
Sun or light shade
Soils:
Most soils
Suggested Irrigation:
Moderate to occasional watering
Estimated Hardiness:
Hardy to 10 degrees F. or less
Soft, spreading low grass has narrow bright blue-green leaves; nice in broad drifts for natural lawns and informal meadows.