Tall Fescue
Schedonorus arundinaceus · Cool-season perennial, C3
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Lawn/Turf
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zones 4 to 9, excellent heat and cold tolerance with minimal winter dormancy.
About This Grass
Forms a moderately coarse, upright turf reaching 2 to 4 feet if unmowed, featuring a vibrant medium-green color year-round.
Blade Characteristics
Wide flat blades with pointed tips, prominent veins on the upper surface, and rough margins.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Bunch-type forming dense clumps with occasional short rhizomes
Sunlight & Water Needs
Thrives in full sun to partial shade, requires moderate watering, and tolerates drought and various soil types.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow at 2 to 3.5 inches regularly; low to moderate maintenance level.
Identified on 9/27/2026