Tall Fescue
Schedonorus arundinaceus · Cool-season, perennial, C3
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Lawn/Turf, Pasture, Erosion Control
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zones 4 through 7, offering excellent heat and cold tolerance for a cool-season turf.
About This Grass
Forms an upright, coarse-textured clump reaching 2 to 4 feet tall if unmowed, featuring medium to dark green leaves.
Blade Characteristics
Wide, flat blades with prominent veins, pointed tips, and auricles that help distinguish it from other cool-season grasses.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Bunch-type with short rhizomes forming a moderately dense sward
Sunlight & Water Needs
Thrives in full sun to partial shade with moderate drought tolerance and adaptability to various soil types.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow at 2.5 to 4 inches regularly; requires low to moderate maintenance and infrequent fertilization.
Identified on 9/28/2026