Festuca californica 'Serpentine Blue'
California Fescue selection
Description
The California fescue is a cool season bunchgrass with blue-green blades that reach 2 ft. high. The flower stalks are 5 ft. tall and create fountain-like clumps. This grass is drought tolerant for sun and shade. The California fescue is native to northern California and southern Oregon. Tolerates summer drought in cooler climates. A ohst to beneficial insects. This plant is fire prone. Please use caution when planting near your home.
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.