Red Fescue (Festuca Rubra) is a perennial grass in the Poaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade or dappled_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-7. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Festuca rubra is a perennial cool-season grass known for its fine texture and shade tolerance, commonly used in lawns, erosion control, and forage.

Red Fescue

Red Fescue

Festuca Rubra

Festuca rubra is a perennial cool-season grass known for its fine texture and shade tolerance, commonly used in lawns, erosion control, and forage.

Quick Facts

Type
grass
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade, dappled_shade
Hardiness Zones
3-7

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, clay
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, lawn grass, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Red Fescue

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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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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Taxonomy

Family:Poaceae
Genus:Festuca