Tall Fescue
Schedonorus arundinaceus · Cool-season, perennial, C3
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Lawn/Turf
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zones 4 to 7, excellent cold and heat tolerance, remaining semi-evergreen in milder winter regions.
About This Grass
Upright, medium-to-dark green turfgrass growing 2 to 4 feet tall if unmanaged, with a coarse texture and open panicle seed heads.
Blade Characteristics
Wide, flat blades with pointed tips, prominent veins on the upper surface, rolled vernation, and small or absent auricles.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Bunch-type forming dense, clumped turfs with short rhizomes
Sunlight & Water Needs
Full sun to partial shade, moderate watering, high drought tolerance once established, and prefers well-drained loamy soils.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow at 2 to 3.5 inches frequently, moderate fertilization, and low-to-moderate overall maintenance level.
Identified on 10/12/2026