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Blue Fescue
Festuca glauca
Compact, mounding grass with striking blue-silver foliage. Excellent for edging, rock gardens, and containers.
USDA Zones
4–8
Height
short (1–1 ft)
Bloom Season
June – July
Bloom Color
blue-silver foliage
🦌 Deer ResistantDeer tend to avoid this plant🐕 Dog-Friendly†Not listed as toxic to dogs by common horticultural references. See disclaimer below.🐈 Cat-Friendly†Not listed as toxic to cats by common horticultural references. See disclaimer below.🐾 Groundhog ResistantGroundhogs tend to avoid this plant
† "Dog-Friendly" / "Cat-Friendly" means this plant is not listed as toxic by common horticultural references. It is not a guarantee of safety for all animals in all circumstances. If your pet ingests any plant, contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center: (888) 426-4435.
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Sun Requirements
Full Sun
6+ hours of direct sunlight daily
Soil Type
well-drained, poor to average
Care Requirements
Water Needslow
Maintenancelow
EvergreenYes
Complete Care Guide
Blue fescue forms neat mounds of blue foliage. Divide every 2-3 years to maintain vigor. Dislikes heat and humidity.