Festuca ovina var. glauca, 'Blue Hornet'

Blue Fescue, ‘Blue Hornet’

$6.50 /lb

Fine-leaved, ornamental cool season bunchgrass; used for ground cover and erosion control.

Map Key

Present in state
Present and native in county; not rare
Present and native in county; rare
State or county listed as noxious
Present but introduced in county
Not present in state
Species extirpated (historic)
Present in state; exotic

This map shows the native and introduced (adventive) range of this species. Given appropriate habitat and climate, native plants can be grown outside their range.

Indicator Regions
Northcentral & Northeast:
NI
Midwest
NI
Eastern Mountains and Piedmont:
NI
Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain
NI
Blue Fescue, ‘Blue Hornet’ Planting Information

Planting details can vary based on your region, site conditions, and seed mix. For best results, we recommend reviewing our detailed planting guides. These guides include region-specific timing, site preparation, seeding methods, and tips for establishing native species successfully.

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Details
Species
Blue Fescue, 'Blue Hornet'
Species Type
Naturalized
Product Categories
Habitat
Open woods, roadsides, dry fields.
Life Cycle
Perennial
Bloom Period
Spring/Summer
Typical Height
2.00000
pH
0.00000
-
0.00000
Approx. seeds per lb
550000
Seeding rate per acre in a mix
Up to 25 lb in a wildflower mix
Truax Seedbox
Coarse-High Rates or Fluffy-Low Rates
Tolerances
Shade
Full Sun