Fescue Grasses
by
Dawn West
All About Lawns Columnist
Description: Fescue grasses typically come in four varieties: Chewing, Creeping, Hard, and Tall (the most common). Usually dark-green and medium-fine in texture, fescues are commonly found in northern U.S. states, Canada, and areas called "transitional zones" where it is too hot for Cool-Season grasses, and too cool for Warm-Season grasses.
Pros:
- Usually stay green year-round
- Excellent for play surfaces (durability)
- Has a deep root system
- Low maintenance
- Tolerant to moderate shade, heat, and some degrees of drought
Cons:
- If not properly maintained, fescues can go dormant in the extreme cold winters and hot summers
- May not be as attractive in appearance compared to some other cool-season grasses
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Watering: Moderate amounts of water are needed during periods of droughts and high heat. For additional info on watering, see: Watering
Fertilizing: see: Fertilizing Tables
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About the Author
Dawn West B.A. holds a B.A. in English from Harvard University and teaches writing at Oregon State University.
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