Tall Fescue
Schedonorus arundinaceus · Cool-season, perennial, C3
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Lawn/Turf, Sports Turf, Erosion Control
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zones 4-7, tolerates heat and cold well with green color persisting into winter
About This Grass
Forms a dense, upright turf with medium-coarse texture and deep green color, reaching heights of 2-4 feet if unmowed
Blade Characteristics
Medium-wide blades with pointed tips, prominent parallel veins, and a rolled vernation
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Bunch-type grass with short rhizomes forming a moderately dense turf
Sunlight & Water Needs
Full sun to partial shade; high drought tolerance once established in well-drained, fertile soil
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow at 2-3 inches regularly; low to moderate maintenance with moderate fertilization needs
Identified on 10/2/2026