Hard fescue

Festuca brevipila

Formerly Festuca longifolia. Densely tufted, Cool season, long-lived perennial bunchgrass with a massive fibrous, shallow root system. Adapted to a wide range of soil conditions except for standing wet or strongly alkaline sites. Establishment is slow but persistent with mature stands being competitive. Good palatability to livestock and excellent for wildlife. Different varieties for either erosion control or turfgrass.

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Growing Region

Midwest, Pacific Northwest, Intermountain West

Species Attributes

Seeds Per lb
680,000
Growing Region
Midwest, Pacific Northwest, Intermountain West
Native
Introduced
Life Form
Grass
Life Cycle
Perennial
Light Requirements
Sun
Precipitation Requirements
Low, Medium
Mature Height
1-4 ft
Flowering Season
Cool/Warm Season
Cool
Bloat/Non-Bloat
Bloom Color
Bunch/Sod
Bunch

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