Festuca amethystina 'Superba'
Best resilient ornamental for low maintenance garden designs.
This Tufted Blue Fescue offers a compact, mounding habit with attractive sea-green blades, providing year-round interest and texture. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it an excellent low-maintenance choice for dry landscapes. Its drought tolerance and deer resistance add to its appeal, and its compact size makes it ideal for containers and hanging baskets.
$22.00
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking elegant, low-growing visual interest for borders and rockeries.
- Eco-conscious gardeners prioritizing sustainable, low-water garden solutions.
- Busy individuals desiring beautiful garden plants without extensive upkeep.
Who should skip it
- Gardeners with heavy clay soil or predominantly shady garden spots.
- Those expecting a very long-lived, permanent perennial planting.
- Homeowners looking for a durable, walkable groundcover alternative to turf.
Performance breakdown
Drought Tolerance
Thrives in dry landscapes once the root system is fully established.
Container Versatility
Compact mounding habit makes it perfect for pots and hanging baskets.
Pest Resistance
Deer-resistant foliage keeps your garden safe from common browsing wildlife.
Year-Round Appeal
Evergreen blades provide consistent color and texture throughout every season.
Maintenance Ease
Requires minimal attention once settled into a sunny, well-draining spot.
Cold Hardiness
Impressive resilience against freezing temperatures down to negative thirty degrees.
Key Specs
Common Name
Tufted Blue Fescue
Plant Type
Perennial
Mature Size
12 inches tall and wide
Growth Rate
Moderate
Cold Hardiness
-30°F
Light Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage Color
Blue, Sea-green
Bloom Color
White
Bloom Time
Summer
Structure
Mounding
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