Tall Fescue
Schedonorus arundinaceus · Cool-season perennial, C3, excellent transition-zone tolerance.
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Lawn/Turf, Sports Turf, and Erosion Control.
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zones 4-7, highly cold tolerant and withstands summer heat better than other cool-season grasses.
About This Grass
Forms a deep-rooted, upright turf maturing to 2-4 feet if unmowed, medium-to-dark green color, coarse texture.
Blade Characteristics
Medium-wide blades with prominent veins, pointed tips, rolled vernation in the bud, and small or absent auricles.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Bunch-type growth habit with short rhizomes, forming a moderately dense sward.
Sunlight & Water Needs
Full sun to partial shade, moderate water requirements, high drought tolerance once established, adaptable to various soils.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow at 2.5 to 4 inches regularly, moderate fertilization and maintenance level.
Identified on 9/25/2026