Tall Fescue
Plant Type
:
Bunch (Tillering from Crown)
Sun Level
:
Full Sun. (3-4 hours daily)
Ideal Soil Temperature for Planting
:
50°f-80°f
Soil Type
:
Tall fescue will grow in clay, sandy loan and other soils but prefers to grow in well drained soils. It will tolerate thin or poorly drained soils.
Germination
:
Usually 5-10 days but can take as long as 21 days.
P.H. Level
:
5.5-7.5
Water/Irrigation
:
Tall fescue needs about 1-1.5 inches of water per week. regular irrigation is needed when rainfall is less than the required amount. In extreme hot weather more frequent watering may be necessary.
Fertilization
:
During Fall in September, and November or early Spring in February is the best time to fertilize.
Additional Info
:
Tall Fescue grows very well in the shade however because of its wide blade it doesn’t mix well with other cool season grasses.
Did You Know?
Tall Fescue is a cool season grass. It’s the primary source of cattle feed in the fall and winter, and homeowners frequently use it on their lawns.
Plant Type
:
Bunch (Tillering from Crown)
Sun Level
:
Full Sun. (3-4 hours daily)
Ideal Soil Temperature for Planting
:
50°f-80°f
Soil Type
:
Tall fescue will grow in clay, sandy loan and other soils but prefers to grow in well drained soils. It will tolerate thin or poorly drained soils.
Germination
:
Usually 5-10 days but can take as long as 21 days.
P.H. Level
:
5.5-7.5
Water/Irrigation
:
Tall fescue needs about 1-1.5 inches of water per week. regular irrigation is needed when rainfall is less than the required amount. In extreme hot weather more frequent watering may be necessary.
Fertilization
:
During Fall in September, and November or early Spring in February is the best time to fertilize.
Additional Info
:
Tall Fescue grows very well in the shade however because of its wide blade it doesn’t mix well with other cool season grasses.
Did You Know?
Tall Fescue is a cool season grass. It’s the primary source of cattle feed in the fall and winter, and homeowners frequently use it on their lawns.
