Plant Description
Festuca roemeri
Long lived bunchgrass with fine textured foliage that has a silvery blue hue. Does well in full sun and partial shade and can withstand seasonal drought conditions.
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
| Characteristic | Plant Information |
|---|---|
| Height | 1-3.5 ft |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Life Span | Up to 20 years |
| Moisture Use | Moist to moderately dry |
| Drought Tolerance | High |
| Deer Browse | No |
| Wildlife Value | |
| Resprout Ability | High potential to resprout after wildfire or cutting |
| Hardiness | USDA Zones 4-9 |
| Habitat Type | Prairie |
SCIENTIFIC CLASSIFICATION
| Classification | Scientific Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Clade | Angiosperms |
| Clade | Monocots |
| Order | Poales |
| Family | Poaceae |
| Genus | Festuca |
| Species | F. roemeri |
