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 cold and heat tolerance compared to other cool-season grasses.
About This Grass
Upright growth up to 3 feet if unmowed, medium-dark green color, coarse texture with open panicle seed heads.
Blade Characteristics
Wide, flat blades with 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 water requirements, high drought tolerance, adapts well to various soil types.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow at 2 to 3.5 inches frequently, low to moderate fertilization, medium maintenance level.
Identified on 10/5/2026