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, offering excellent heat and cold tolerance.
About This Grass
Medium to dark green turf with a coarse texture and upright growth, reaching 2 to 3 inches when maintained.
Blade Characteristics
Wide blades with prominent parallel veins, pointed tips, and rolled vernation.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Bunch-type forming dense clumps with occasional short rhizomes
Sunlight & Water Needs
Thrives in full sun to partial shade with moderate water and high drought tolerance in well-drained soil.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow high at 2.5 to 4 inches with moderate fertilizer and maintenance needs.
Identified on 10/19/2026