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
USDA zones 4 to 7, exhibiting high heat and drought tolerance for a cool-season grass.
About This Grass
Forms a moderately coarse turf with a deep root system. Reaches 2 to 4 feet if unmanaged.
Blade Characteristics
Medium-wide blades with pointed tips and prominent parallel veins. Glossy underneath.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Bunch-type growth habit, forming dense clumps with a slow-spreading bunching pattern.
Sunlight & Water Needs
Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Requires moderate watering and prefers well-drained soils.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow at 2 to 3.5 inches regularly. Low to moderate maintenance requirements.
Identified on 10/11/2026