Tall Fescue
Schedonorus arundinaceus · Cool-season perennial, C3
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Lawn/Turf
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zones 4-7, tolerating extreme heat and cold well while staying green longer into winter.
About This Grass
Forms a dense, medium-to-coarse textured turf with vibrant bright green color. Grows up to 2-4 feet tall if unmowed, featuring an open, branched panicle seed head.
Blade Characteristics
Medium-wide blades with prominent parallel veins, pointed tips, and a rolled vernation. Features a short membranous ligule and lacks auricles.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Bunch-type forming dense, upright clumps with limited short rhizomes
Sunlight & Water Needs
Requires full sun to moderate shade and moderate watering. Displays superior drought tolerance compared to other cool-season grasses and prefers well-drained loamy soils.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow at 2.5 to 4 inches regularly to maintain density. Requires moderate fertilization and maintenance.