- Type:
- Turfgrass
- USDA hardiness zones:
- 3-6
Dwarf fescue is adapted to a wide range of soil and climate conditions, but does best in cool areas. It is perhaps the best grass in the transition zone withstanding summer heat and drought as well as periodic cold winter temperatures. It makes a tough play lawn, however, may require reseeding to repair damaged areas. Dwarf fescue, like other tall fescues, has good disease tolerance. The current cultivars planted in the mix in the flower bed area were 'Crewcut','Eldorado','Silverado.'
- Full sun to part shade
- Medium
- Medium
Dwarf fescue is a selection of tall fescue grown for its low stature and reduced growth rate. It can be grown in zones 3 to 6, but does best in cool climates of northern areas of the U.S. Dwarf fescue fertilizer needs are low to medium requiring about 1 to 3 lbs of nitrogen per year. It has good drought tolerance and requires only infrequent waterings. Mowing height should be between 2 and 3 \."
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