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
About This Grass
Coarse-textured, deep green turf growing 2 to 4 inches tall with an upright habit
Blade Characteristics
Wide blades with prominent veins, pointed tips, and rolled vernation
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Bunch-type forming a dense turf with short rhizomes
Sunlight & Water Needs
Full sun to partial shade, moderate watering, high drought tolerance in well-drained soils
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow at 2 to 3.5 inches, moderate maintenance and fertilization requirements
Identified on 10/4/2026