A break from the more commonly known species, Festuca glauca, 'Perfect Edging' is a taller variety perfect for the middle of the border! This selection has variegated foliage, with creamy white margins surrounding blue-green leaves. Variegation is most pronounced as the plant emerges in early spring, and will later match the lightly colored seedheads. Flowers appear in early summer, remaining upright through the end of the season.
Like many other Ornamental Grasses, Festuca arundinacea is excellent for soil conservation and erosion control. Though often found in turf grass mixes, this species is also applicable as a solitary or ornamental perennial.
Height:
14.0-18.0 Inches
Spread:
18.0-24.0 Inches
Scape Height:
30.0-34.0 Inches
Hardiness Zones:
3,4,5,6,7
Flower Color:
Tan shades
Foliage Color:
Blue shades Variegated
Sunlight:
Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun) Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun)
Water Requirements:
Low Water Needs
Soil Quality:
Poor Soil Quality
Soil Chemistry:
Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0)
Bloomtime:
Early Summer Midsummer
Critter Resistant:
Deer Resistant
Seasonal Interest:
Evergreen Fall Color
Growth Rate:
Medium
Garden Style:
Patio Container Eclectic
Other Features:
Border Plant Container Drought Tolerant Easy To Grow Edging Attractive Foliage Salt Tolerant Small
Origin:
Not Native to North America
The Festuca genus is at its best when given full sun and well-drained soil. Afternoon shade is recommended, however, in the warmest regions of the country. Festucas are valued for their clumping habit and are proven performers in areas with cooler climates. In mild areas they act evergreen, but in cooler areas they should be trimmed back almost to the base either before the onset of winter or in early spring.
If division is required, it is best performed in the spring so the divisions have time to root in before the onset of winter.
Height:
14.0-18.0 Inches
Spread:
18.0-24.0 Inches
Scape Height:
30.0-34.0 Inches
Hardiness Zones:
3,4,5,6,7
Flower Color:
Tan shades
Foliage Color:
Blue shades Variegated
Sunlight:
Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun) Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun)
Water Requirements:
Low Water Needs
Soil Quality:
Poor Soil Quality
Soil Chemistry:
Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0)
Bloomtime:
Early Summer Midsummer
Critter Resistant:
Deer Resistant
Seasonal Interest:
Evergreen Fall Color
Growth Rate:
Medium
Garden Style:
Patio Container Eclectic
Other Features:
Border Plant Container Drought Tolerant Easy To Grow Edging Attractive Foliage Salt Tolerant Small
Origin:
Not Native to North America
The Festuca genus is at its best when given full sun and well-drained soil. Afternoon shade is recommended, however, in the warmest regions of the country. Festucas are valued for their clumping habit and are proven performers in areas with cooler climates. In mild areas they act evergreen, but in cooler areas they should be trimmed back almost to the base either before the onset of winter or in early spring.
If division is required, it is best performed in the spring so the divisions have time to root in before the onset of winter.
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