Chewings Fescue (Festuca rubra ssp. commutata)
Fescue rubra ssp. commutata known as chewings fescue is an introduced cool season perennial grass that prefers dry to medium soils in part shade conditions.
Species Details
Common Name (Botanical Name) | Chewings Fescue (Festuca rubra ssp. commutata) |
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Bloom Season | Cool Season |
Group | Grasses and Grass-Like |
Bloom Color | Green |
Duration | Perennial |
Soil moisture | Dry (Xeric);Medium (Mesic) |
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Sun Exposure | Part Shade |
Status | Introduced |
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Average height | 1-2ft |
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RNS Region | 1;2;3;4;5;6;7 |
Planting rate/Acre | Not Recommended |
Seeds Per Lb. | 450000 |
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Product Benefits | Aesthetic Value;Erosion Control; |