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
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
By: Cactus Jungle
Gardening facts about Festuca rubra 'Jughandle' plant
How to Grow Festuca rubra 'Jughandle'
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- well-drained
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Season
- summer
Flower Color
- tan
Texture
- grassy
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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