Suited to regions: | All regions |
Plant type: | Ornamental Grasses |
Height: | 20 cm |
Spread: | 20 cm |
Flowering time: | Summer |
Tolerances: | Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind |
Garden uses: | Banks, Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas |
Garden styles: | Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Cottage, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Native, Rock |
Easy to grow? | Yes |
Maintenance requirements | Low |
Growth rate | Medium |
Festuca coxii, commonly known as Blue Fescue, is a hardy NZ native grass that features fine, blue foliage. The leaves are complemented with straw coloured seed heads in summer. It grows as a clump to about 20 cm high and wide, growing best in full sun or partial shade. Festuca coxii will generally survive in almost any garden situation, including frost, wind, and coastal environments, but heavy, wet soils should be avoided. Blue Fescue is best showcased with a mass planting either in borders, rock, or cottage gardens, or on a bank. It is a colourful and forgiving plant is both versatile and a rewarding addition to a garden.
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