Large Blue Fescue,Tufted Fescue. A densely tufted evergreen grass with narrow inrolled grey-green leaves, panicles of greenish purple flowers. Max Height 45cm. Max Spread 25cm. Flowers April to June. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Festuca amethystina
A densely tufted evergreen grass with narrow inrolled grey-green leaves, panicles of greenish purple flowers.
Category: Grasses and Sedges
Additional information
Generic | Festuca |
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Species | amethystina |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Large Blue Fescue, Tufted Fescue |
Flower Colour | green, purple |
Soil | Poor |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 45cm |
Family | Gramineae |
Spread | 25cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | grey, green |
Flowers From | April, June |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Divide and replant every 2-3 yrs |
Border | Border |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
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