Tall Fescue
Schedonorus arundinaceus · Cool-season, perennial, C3
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Lawn/Turf
Hardiness Zones
USDA zones 4 to 7, excellent heat and cold tolerance for a cool-season grass.
About This Grass
Forms a coarse-textured, upright turf reaching 2 to 4 feet if unmowed, medium to dark green color.
Blade Characteristics
Wide blades with pointed tips, prominent veins on upper surface, and rough margins.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Bunch-type forming dense clumps with short rhizomes
Sunlight & Water Needs
Full sun to partial shade, moderate drought tolerance once established, prefers well-drained loam soils.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow at 2.5 to 4 inches regularly, low to medium maintenance overall.
Identified on 9/29/2026