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 good heat and cold tolerance.
About This Grass
Forms a coarse-textured, upright turf reaching 2 to 4 inches with medium-green coloration.
Blade Characteristics
Medium-wide blades with prominent veins, pointed tips, and rolled vernation.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Bunch-type with a dense, clump-forming spread pattern
Sunlight & Water Needs
Thrives in full sun to partial shade with moderate drought tolerance and adaptable soil preferences.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow at 2.5 to 3.5 inches regularly; medium maintenance level requiring standard fertilization.
Identified on 9/27/2026