Festuca mairei
Atlas Fescue
Description
Festuca mairei is a mounding grass that grows to 2-3'H x 2-3'W. The foliage is yellowish green and often browns at the tips. Is considered drought tolerant but performs better (stays greener) with fairly regular summer irrigation. Rarely blooms in the landscape in Southern California. Basically carefree.
Plant Type
Grass
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Green, Yellow Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Group plants according to their water needs.
Creating separate zones for drought-tolerant plants, medium water-use plants, and water-thirsty grass will help prevent overwatering.