Festuca idahoensis 'Siskiyou Blue'

Festuca idahoensis 'Siskiyou Blue'

Festuca idahoensis 'Siskiyou Blue'

Festuca idahoensis 'Siskiyou Blue'

Species Name: Festuca idahoensis 'Siskyiou Blue'
Common Name: Siskiyou Blue Idaho fescue

Striking when mass planted. Selected for chalky blue foliage. Striking contrast for woodland garden. Easy to grow!! Drought tolerant once established.

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Plant Family: Poaceae

Plant Type: Grass (cool season)

Height by Width: 1' H x 1-2' W

Growth Habit: Tufted bunchgrass

Deciduous/Evergreen: Summer-dormant

Growth Rate: Fast

Sun Exposure: Full sun to part shade

Soil Preference: Well-draining

Water Requirements: Drought-tolerant to moderate

Cold Hardy to: 15 degrees F

Flower Season: Spring

Flower Color: Produces seed head

Endangered?: Not listed

Distribution: Selected for use in the garden

Natural Habitat: Dry openings in woods and rocky slopes below 5,000'

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