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Festuca rubra 'Jughandle'

Also Known As

  • Evergreen Bunch Grass
  • Red Fescue

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like

size

  • H: 3"-6"
  • W: 8"-12"

planting zones

  • 7a-10a

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Festuca rubra 'Jughandle' plant details

Festuca rubra 'Jughandle' is an evergreen perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with green foliage. In summer tan flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular 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 rubra 'Jughandle'

Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: poaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 3 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: tan blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Festuca rubra 'Jughandle'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10a
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Short, red stems and leaves for a small clump. Limp, narrow dark green leaves accent the natural chalky blueish green color. More shade and water tolerant than many fescues. Hardy to 10°F

Gardening facts about Festuca rubra 'Jughandle' plant

How to Grow Festuca rubra 'Jughandle'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • tan
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • grassy

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