Hedgehog fescue,Porcupine Grass. An unusual grass, curved ridged leaves having very sharp tips, Small flowers of no ornamental value. Max Height 10cm to 15cm. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers January to December. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Festuca punctoria
An unusual grass, curved ridged leaves having very sharp tips, Small flowers of no ornamental value.
Additional information
| Generic | Festuca |
|---|---|
| Species | punctoria |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Hedgehog fescue, Porcupine Grass |
| Flower Colour | blue |
| Soil | Sandy |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 10cm, 15cm |
| Family | Gramineae |
| Spread | 45cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | blue, green |
| Flowers From | January, December |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Dry |
| Protection | Protect from winter wet |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Divide and replant every 2-3 yrs |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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| Maintenance | |
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