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Blue Fescue Ornamental Grass Seeds

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Blue Fescue (Festuca glauca) is a beautiful and low-maintenance ornamental grass that adds color, texture, and movement to your garden. Known for its striking blue-gray foliage, it forms dense clumps that are ideal for borders, rock gardens, or as a ground cover. As a perennial plant, Blue Fescue will return year after year, providing long-lasting beauty. This drought-tolerant grass thrives in both sunny and partially shaded areas, making it a versatile addition to various garden settings.

Why Choose Blue Fescue Ornamental Grass?

Attractive Blue Foliage: The silvery-blue, spiky blades create a striking contrast in garden beds, rockeries, and containers.
Drought-Tolerant: Once established, this grass requires minimal water, making it ideal for xeriscaping or water-conscious gardens.
Sun or Shade: It is adaptable to different light conditions, thriving in full sun or partial shade.
Low Maintenance: Blue Fescue is easy to grow and requires little upkeep beyond occasional trimming to keep it neat.
Versatile: This grass can be used as a border plant, ground cover, or even in containers for added texture and color.

Key Features

  • Scientific Name: Festuca glauca
  • Common Name: Blue Fescue, Ornamental Grass
  • Flower Color: Blue-green, with golden seed heads in summer
  • Plant Type: Perennial Grass
  • Height: 12-18 inches
  • Width: 12-15 inches
  • Blooming Season: Summer (flower spikes)
  • Soil Preference: Well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil
  • Watering Needs: Low once established; moderate during establishment
  • Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade

Planting Instructions

  1. Preparation: Select a well-drained area with full sun or partial shade.
  2. Sowing Seeds: Plant seeds directly in the soil or start indoors in small pots 6-8 weeks before the last frost.
  3. Spacing: Space plants about 12-15 inches apart to allow for growth and spread.
  4. Watering: Water the seeds until they germinate, then reduce watering frequency to promote drought tolerance.

Care Tips

  • Fertilizing: Fertilize once a year in early spring with a slow-release fertilizer to support healthy growth.
  • Pruning: Trim back old or damaged leaves in early spring before new growth begins.
  • Mulching: Use mulch to keep the soil moist during hot weather, but be sure to avoid covering the plant’s crown.
  • Pest Management: Blue Fescue is generally pest-resistant, though occasionally grasshoppers or aphids may appear.

Why Gardeners Love Blue Fescue

Blue Fescue is a favorite among gardeners for its unique color and adaptability. It adds year-round interest with its fine texture and striking blue blades, while its drought tolerance makes it an ideal choice for low-maintenance gardens. Whether planted in full sun or shaded areas, Blue Fescue creates a neat, attractive, and functional landscape feature.

Order Now to plant Blue Fescue Ornamental Grass Seeds and enjoy its beautiful, drought-tolerant foliage in your garden!

Customer Reviews

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Michael Scott
Adds a Soft Touch to Landscaping

The soft blue color of the grass adds such a lovely touch to my landscaping. It contrasts well with my other plants.

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Sandra Miller
Elegant and Hardy

These ornamental grasses are both elegant and hardy. They’ve been growing strong in various weather conditions.

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Olivia Clark
Ideal for Containers or Small Spaces

I planted these in containers on my balcony, and they fit perfectly. They don’t take up much space but look amazing.

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John Walker
Thrives in Full Sun

I planted these seeds in full sun, and the plants have thrived. The unique blue hue looks great with other garden plants.

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Emily Wilson
Stylish and Modern

The clean, modern look of Blue Fescue grass works well in contemporary landscaping. It adds texture and visual interest.

Non-GMO

Dharaseeds are Non-GMO and free from genetically modified organisms.

High Germination Rate

Tested for high viability to ensure successful sprouting.

Heirloom Variety

Open-pollinated seeds preserved for quality and authenticity.

Chemical-Free

Free from synthetic pesticides, herbicides, and additives.

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