Tall Fescue
Schedonorus arundinaceus · Cool-season, perennial, C3
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Lawn/Turf
Hardiness Zones
USDA zones 4 to 9, excellent cold and heat tolerance, semi-evergreen during mild winters.
About This Grass
Upright growth reaching 2 to 4 feet if unmowed, medium-green color, coarse texture with a panicle seed head.
Blade Characteristics
Wide blades, pointed tips, prominent veins on the upper surface, rolled vernation, and small or absent auricles.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Bunch-type forming dense clumps with short rhizomes
Sunlight & Water Needs
Full sun to partial shade, moderate watering needs, highly drought tolerant once established, prefers well-drained soil.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow at 2.5 to 4 inches regularly, low to moderate fertilization, low maintenance level.
Identified on 10/5/2026