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Blue Fescue
Festuca glauca
Blue fescue is a small, tufted ornamental grass with fine, silvery-blue leaves that forms neat round mounds. It is used for edging, rock gardens and containers in sunny, dry spots.
Botanical FamilyPoaceae
Native RegionSouthern Europe
Growth RateModerate
Mature Size15–30 cm tall
Bloom PeriodEarly summer
Common NamesFestuca
Photo: Averater · CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Essential Care Requirements
Light
Full sun
Watering
Low
Water when the soil is dry; wet soil causes rot.
Soil
Gritty, well-drained soil; pH 6.0–7.5.
Temperature and humidity
-30–32 °C · Low humidity
Feeding
No feeding needed.
Pruning and propagation
Propagate by division
Comb out dead leaves in spring and trim flower stems.
Blue fescue is not toxic.
Top Cultivation Tips
Divide every 2–3 years to keep the centre from dying out.
Colour is bluest in full sun.
Struggles in hot, humid summers.
Plant in groups for a textured carpet.
