Species creeping red fescue

creeping red fescue

Festuca rubra var. rubra

Creeping red fescue (Festuca rubra var. rubra) is a cool-season grass native to Europe, the British Isles, and North America. Growing in tufts, it forms low mounds of purple and yellowish-green foliage. The fine blades provide excellent groundcover and will spread fairly rapidly. It tolerates a range of soil types but will only do well in moist, well-draining conditions. Creeping red fescue is a tough drought-tolerant grass, perfect for low-maintenance lawns, and can even survive occasional traffic due to its dense growth habit. It is also excellent for erosion control on slopes. With its striking color and tolerance for many conditions, creeping red fescue will bring a touch of beauty to any landscape.

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Minimal

Propagation:

Seed Propagation,Division,Cutting,Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

4

Flowers:

Red Flowers In Spring

Sun:

Filtered shade, Part sun/part shade

Fruits:

Fruits Ready In

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Moderate

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

watering

Creeping red fescue (Festuca rubra var. rubra) should be watered twice a week with about 1-2 inches of water per watering. The soil should be moist but not heavily saturated. Water deeply enough to moisten the entire root zone. Check the soil periodically to make sure the soil is not drying out. Water early in the morning so the foliage has a chance to dry before evening. Avoid frequent, light sprinklings as this encourages shallow root growth. During hot, dry weather, you may need to water plants more often.

sunlight

Creeping red fescue (Festuca rubra var. rubra) prefers bright, indirect sunlight or dappled shade. It needs an average of 4 to 6 hours of sunlight each day to remain healthy and vibrant. Direct sunlight should be avoided if possible, as it can cause burnt foliage. When given enough light, the grass can form a dense green carpet of foliage.

pruning

Creeping red fescue (Festuca rubra var. rubra) should be pruned in early spring, just before new growth appears. When pruning, care should be taken to only remove dead and damaged stems. This will help promote healthy growth. Begin by removing any diseased sections and dead stems. After that, you may want to gently shear or thin the plant in order to help create a thicker turf. As with any pruning project, make sure to clean your pruning tools after working with this plant to help prevent the spread of diseases and pests.

Season

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Harvest Fruit

The best time to start harvesting Festuca rubra var. rubra is typically in late summer or early fall, usually between August and October.

Starts Flowering

Creeping red fescue typically starts flowering in May or June.

Starts Flowering

Creeping red fescue typically starts flowering in May or June.

Harvest Fruit

The best time to start harvesting Festuca rubra var. rubra is typically in late summer or early fall, usually between August and October.

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