Tall Fescue
Schedonorus arundinaceus · Cool-season, perennial, C3
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Lawn/Turf
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zones 4 through 9 with excellent heat and cold tolerance.
About This Grass
Forms a moderately coarse, upright turf reaching 2 to 4 feet if unmowed, with a vibrant medium-green color year-round.
Blade Characteristics
Wide, flat blades with prominent veins, pointed tips, and folded vernation.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Bunch-type with a dense, tufted growth pattern and very slow spread
Sunlight & Water Needs
Thrives in full sun to partial shade with moderate water needs and good drought tolerance once established.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow at 2.5 to 4 inches regularly; low to medium maintenance requiring moderate fertilization.
Identified on 10/1/2026