Festuca californica

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California Fescue

 
California Native Plant
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Description

The California Fescue is a cool season bunchgrass with blue green blades that reach 2'-5' high and 3' wide. Foliage arches gracefully upwards and outwards. Flower spikes reach 3' above the leaves. Plant in full sun or partial shade. It makes a great companion plant to oak trees and is handsome as a backdrop behind lower growing grasses for a meadow look. The California fescue is native to California and is a beneficial insect plant.

 

  • Anatomy

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  • Design

Plant Type

Perennial, Grass

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

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Flower Season

Spring, Summer

 

Leaf Color

Blue Green, Grey Green

 

Bark Color

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Fruit Color

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Fruit Season

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Water Saving Tip:

Check your irrigation system for breaks, leaks and problems once a month.