Seed Treatment
- For optimal germination, simply sow in a well-prepared seed-starting mix and maintain warmth and moisture.
Sowing Instructions
- When to Sow:
- Indoors: Start seeds 6–8 weeks before the last frost date.
- Outdoors: Sow directly in the garden in spring or early fall.
- Soil Requirements:
- Prefers light, well-drained soil — sandy or loamy is ideal.
- Tolerates poor and rocky soils.
- Soil pH: 6.0–7.5 (neutral to slightly acidic or alkaline).
- Light Requirements:
- Requires full sun (6+ hours per day) for best color and growth.
- Tolerates light shade but may lose some of its blue coloration.
- Sowing Depth:
- Sow seeds ⅛ inch (3 mm) deep.
- Lightly cover with soil or press gently to ensure good seed-to-soil contact.
- Watering:
- Keep the soil evenly moist during germination.
- Once established, water sparingly — Blue Fescue is drought-tolerant.
- Germination Time:
- Germinates in 14–21 days at 65–75°F (18–24°C).
- Avoid overwatering to prevent rot.
- Spacing:
- Thin or transplant seedlings to 10–12 inches (25–30 cm) apart for compact mounds.
Growing Tips
- Festuca cinerea glauca is a low-maintenance, ornamental grass known for its blue-silver foliage and clumping habit.
- Ideal for rock gardens, borders, containers, and ground covers.
- Cut back in early spring to refresh foliage and remove any winter damage.
- Divide clumps every 2–3 years to maintain vigor and compact shape.
- Deer- and rabbit-resistant, and tolerates urban pollution and heat.
With its unique texture and stunning color, Blue Fescue adds elegance and structure to any sun-loving landscape!