Sixweeks Fescue (Festuca Octoflora) is a annual grass in the Poaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Festuca octoflora is an annual grass native to North America, commonly known as sixweeks fescue due to its short life cycle.

Sixweeks Fescue

Sixweeks Fescue

Festuca Octoflora

Festuca octoflora is an annual grass native to North America, commonly known as sixweeks fescue due to its short life cycle.

Quick Facts

Type
grass
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
4-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, rocky, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control, habitat restoration

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Sixweeks Fescue

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
May
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Jun
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Jul
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Sep
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Oct
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Nov
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Dec
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Poaceae
Genus:Festuca