Festuca glauca ‘Elijah Blue’

Blue Fescue

USDA Zone: 3-9

Plant number: 8.170.200

There are several selections of Blue Fescue, all of them valued for their clumping habit, and display of colourful, grassy foliage. This is considered to be one of the best blue selections, retaining its colour all season. Tan spikes appear in early summer. Excellent for mass planting, edging, or in the rock garden. Clumps are easily divided in early spring, and this should be done every 2 to 3 years. Evergreen in mild areas, in colder winter regions the leaves should be trimmed back in late winter right to the base. Flower spikes may also be removed in summer, if desired.

Further details for
Festuca glauca ‘Elijah Blue’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
Full Sun or
Partial Shade

Soil Type
Normal or
Sandy

Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid

Soil Moisture
Dry

Care Level
Easy

Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
Brown

Blooming Time
Early Summer
Late Spring

Foliage Color
Blue

Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Attracts Butterflies
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Drought Tolerant
  Edging
  Evergreen
  Massed

Flower Head Size
Medium

Height
20-25 cm
8-10 inches

Spread
20-30 cm
8-12 inches

Foot Traffic
None

Growth Rate
Medium