Tall Fescue
Schedonorus arundinaceus · Cool-season perennial, C3
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Lawn/Turf
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zones 4 through 7; excellent heat and cold tolerance, remaining semi-evergreen in mild winters.
About This Grass
Forms a moderately coarse, upright turf reaching 2 to 4 feet if unmowed. Medium to dark green with good wear tolerance.
Blade Characteristics
Medium-wide blades with prominent parallel veins, pointed tips, and rough margins; folded vernation with no significant auricles.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Bunch-type forming dense clumps, slow lateral spread via short rhizomes.
Sunlight & Water Needs
Full sun to partial shade; high drought tolerance once established due to deep roots; prefers well-draining soil with a pH of 5.5 to 6.5.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow at 2.5 to 4 inches regularly. Medium maintenance requiring moderate fertilization and occasional overseeding.
Identified on 9/25/2026