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, excellent heat tolerance for a cool-season grass
About This Grass
Upright, medium to dark green turf reaching 2 to 4 feet if unmowed, featuring coarse texture
Blade Characteristics
Wide, flat blades with pointed tips and prominent parallel veins, rolled vernation
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Bunch-type with very short rhizomes, forms dense clumps
Sunlight & Water Needs
Full sun to partial shade, moderate drought tolerance once established, adaptable to various soils
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow at 2 to 3.5 inches frequently, low to moderate fertilization and maintenance
Identified on 9/26/2026