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FESTUCA
Commonly known as Fescue
A valuable turf grass for livestock hay as well as an ornamental in its blue forms.
Genus of about 450 species of deciduous or evergreen, rhizomatous, often tufted perennial grasses widely distributed throughout temperate zones.
Further Reading....
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DeciduousRhizomatous perennial grasses
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Ornamental grasses
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Full sun
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Additional FeaturesGood to knowA grass grown for its blue-green or blue-grey foliage.Pests & DiseasesNonePlace of originTemperate zones
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Soil ConditionsWell drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soil
Grasses - Care Guide
Buy Varieties of FESTUCA

FESTUCA glauca
Blue fescue, Grey fescue
a grass with greyish blue tussocks

FESTUCA glauca 'Elijah Blue'
Blue fescue, Grey fescue
striking improved blue form
Useful extras...

Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
3 options from £6.00

Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
2 options from £6.00

Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants.
Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
Only £7.50