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Festuca amethystina 'Rainbow'
Also Known As
- Rainbow Fescue
Plant type
perennial, grass / grass like
size
- H: 6"-12"
- W: 6"-12"
planting zones
- 4a-9b
Festuca amethystina 'Rainbow' plant details
Festuca amethystina 'Rainbow' is an evergreen perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with green foliage. In summer flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - occasional water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Festuca amethystina 'Rainbow'
- Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
- Plant family: poaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
GROWING CONDITIONS for Festuca amethystina 'Rainbow'
- USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
Garden photo gallery of Festuca amethystina 'Rainbow'
Gardening facts about Festuca amethystina 'Rainbow' plant
How to Grow Festuca amethystina 'Rainbow'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- grassy
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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- sun - mostly shade
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