Festuca valesiaca var. glaucantha

Also Known As

Festuca valesiaca 'Glaucantha'
Festuca valesiaca glaucantha
Blue Fescue

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like

size

H: 6"-12"
W: 6"-12"

planting zones

5a-9b

Festuca valesiaca var. glaucantha plant details

Festuca valesiaca var. glaucantha is a semi-evergreen perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with blue foliage. In summer tan flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Festuca valesiaca var. glaucantha

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Festuca valesiaca var. glaucantha

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Native to dry rocky slopes of the Pyrenees north to Russia, this tiny (6") clumper has fine weeping, powdery blue foliage; use as a rock garden accent or, with good drainage, attractive border edger. S/M-D/GDr