Blue Fescue (Festuca glauca)
Want a low-maintenance, compact ornamental grass that adds stunning blue tones to your landscape? Blue Fescue is a hardy, drought-tolerant plant with fine-textured, icy blue foliage, perfect for borders, rock gardens, and modern landscapes.
π± Why Gardeners Love Blue Fescue
β Striking Blue Foliage β Adds unique contrast to green and flowering plants.
β Compact & Clump-Forming β Grows in neat, rounded mounds.
β Drought & Heat Tolerant β Thrives in full sun with minimal water.
β Low Maintenance & Evergreen β Keeps its colour and shape all year round.
β Great for Borders & Edging β Creates clean lines in garden beds and pathways.
π‘ How to Use Blue Fescue in Your Garden
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Border & Edging Plant β Forms a tidy, structured edge in garden beds.
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Rock & Gravel Gardens β Looks stunning among stones and dry landscapes.
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Mass Planting & Ground Cover β Fills spaces with a low-growing, textural element.
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Container Gardening β Adds colour and contrast to pots and planters.
Easy Planting & Care Guide
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Spacing: Plant 20-30cm apart for a dense effect.
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Best Planting Time: Can be planted year-round, best in spring or autumn.
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Mulching & Fertilising: No additional mulching or fertiliser is needed, making this plant an easy-care option.
β FAQs About Blue Fescue
How tall does Blue Fescue grow?
It forms neat mounds 20-30cm tall with a similar spread.
Does it flower?
Yes! It produces delicate tan flower spikes in summer, adding extra texture.
Can it tolerate full sun?
Absolutely! It thrives in full sun to light shade.
Does it need trimming?
A light trim in late winter helps refresh its growth.
Is it suitable for pots?
Yes! Blue Fescue grows beautifully in containers and pairs well with succulents.
πΏ Ready to Add a Pop of Blue to Your Garden?
Transform your landscape with the cool-toned, low-maintenance beauty of Blue Fescue. Order yours today for fast delivery!