Furrowed Fescue (Festuca Rupicola) is a perennial grass in the Poaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Festuca rupicola, commonly known as furrowed fescue, is a cool-season perennial grass species native to the warm-temperate Old World, including Europe, parts of Asia, and North Africa.

Furrowed Fescue

Furrowed Fescue

Festuca Rupicola

Festuca rupicola, commonly known as furrowed fescue, is a cool-season perennial grass species native to the warm-temperate Old World, including Europe, parts of Asia, and North Africa.

Quick Facts

Type
grass
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
4-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Furrowed 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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Furrowed Fescue
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Taxonomy

Family:Poaceae
Genus:Festuca