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, offering good heat and drought tolerance compared to other cool-season grasses.
About This Grass
Forms a moderately dense, upright turf with a deep root system. Reaches up to 24-36 inches if unmowed, featuring a coarse texture and medium-green color.
Blade Characteristics
Coarse, flat blades with prominent parallel veins, pointed tips, and distinct auricles. Rolled vernation in the bud shoot.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Bunch-type with a short, creeping rhizomatous habit
Sunlight & Water Needs
Full sun to partial shade. Requires moderate watering and prefers well-drained soils with a pH between 5.5 and 6.5.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow at 2 to 3.5 inches frequently during the growing season. Low to moderate maintenance requirements.
Identified on 9/25/2026