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Festuca idahoensis - Idaho Fescue

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Festuca idahoensis is a captivating variety of grass—better known as Idaho Fescue. It's a North American native perennial plant that showcases eye-catching, fine-textured bluish-green blades, growing in an enchanting swirl pattern reaching up to 2 feet in height. The display is further enhanced in summer with green flowers, subtly transitioning into attractive seed heads by fall. This low maintenance choice adapts to a host of environments, thriving in full sun to partial shade, demonstrating exceptional heat and drought tolerance. Idaho Fescue is an irresistible choice for nature-focused landscapes, enhanced by the advantage of being a deer-resistant plant, ensuring it keeps its graceful appearance throughout the year. This versatile and resilient grass brings a year-round aesthetic appeal, transforming paths, borders and mixed beds while maintaining eco-friendly water usage. Display the enduring charm of Idaho Fescue in your garden and enjoy a nature-themed haven from season to season.

  • Size: Up to 2 feet tall
  • Flowers: Inconspicuous green flowers in summer, seed heads in fall
  • Foliage: Fine-textured, bluish-green blades
  • Water usage: Low
  • Sun exposure: Full sun to partial shade
  • Deer Resistance: Deer-resistant plant
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