Festuca punctoria - Hedgehog Fescue

Not the easiest plant to grow, and difficult to divide, this unique fescue has stiff upright leaves which are sharp enough to require careful handling. We found that gritty soil, mostly full sun and regular watering grows the best plants.

Description: cool season; clump forming
Foliage is blue-grey in colour; narrow blade width; 10-15 cm (4-6") tall; sharp and spikey upright leaves
Flowers in June; 15-20 cm (6-8") in height

Ideal conditions: full sun only; well-drained soil; heat and drought tolerant

Coldest Zone: 4 (find your zone; further info on plant hardiness)

Partner with: Helictotrichon, Schizachyrium 'Itasca', Sedums, Sempervirens, Allium flavum, rock garden plants

Season of interest: year-round in mild climates

Suggested uses: specimen, container, rock garden, groups, sunny border

Recommended plant spacing: 15-30 cm (6-12") why such a difference?

Drought tolerance rating: 2(water to root depth once every month); further info

Pronounciation: Festuca (fes-TOO-kah) punctoria (punk-TOR-ee-ah)

Sizes available: n/a in 2010     Canadian price list   ||   US price list

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