Blue Fescue,Grey Fescue. A densely tufted evergreen grass with narrow inrolled bright blue, arching leaves, panicles of violet-flushed, blue-green flowers. Max Height 30cm. Max Spread 60cm. Flowers May to July. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Festuca glauca ‘Blaufuchs’ blue fox
A densely tufted evergreen grass with narrow inrolled bright blue, arching leaves, panicles of violet-flushed, blue-green flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Festuca |
|---|---|
| Species | glauca |
| Varietry | 'Blaufuchs' blue fox |
| Common Name | Blue Fescue, Grey Fescue |
| Flower Colour | blue, green |
| Soil | Poor |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 30cm |
| Family | Gramineae |
| Spread | 60cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Cushion-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | blue |
| Flowers From | May, July |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | Protect from winter wet |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Divide and replant every 2-3 yrs |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
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