Tall Fescue
Schedonorus arundinaceus · Cool-season, perennial, C3 grass with good transition-zone tolerance.
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Lawn/Turf
Hardiness Zones
Thrives in USDA zones 4 through 7. Exhibits good cold tolerance and stays green longer into winter.
About This Grass
Forms a coarse-textured, upright turf with a vibrant medium-green color. Reaches a height of 2 to 4 feet if unmanaged.
Blade Characteristics
Wide blades with pointed tips and prominent parallel veins. Features rolled vernation and small auricles.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Bunch-type growth habit with short, underground rhizomes forming a moderately dense turf.
Sunlight & Water Needs
Requires full sun to partial shade and moderate watering. Displays strong drought tolerance and adapts to various soils.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow at 2.5 to 4 inches regularly. Requires low to moderate maintenance and infrequent fertilization.
Identified on 10/11/2026