Creeping Red Fescue, 'Cardinal II', Festuca rubra, 'Cardinal II' seed
Festuca rubra, 'Cardinal II'

Creeping Red Fescue, ‘Cardinal II’

Sod-forming species; used for a no-mow cover and erosion control; provides habitat for wildlife.

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General Product Information
  • Species:
    Creeping Red Fescue, ‘Cardinal II’
  • Species Type:
    Native
  • Product Categories:
  • Habitat:
    Dry woods, roadsides, open ground.
  • Life Cycle:
    Perennial
  • Bloom Period:
    May to July
  • Typical Height:
    3.0 ft
  • Minimum Root Depth:
    12 in
  • pH:
    5.0 – 7.5
Indicator Regions
  • Northcentral & Northeast:
    FACU
  • Midwest
    FACU
  • Eastern Mountains and Piedmont:
    FACU
  • Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain
    FACU
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Tolerances
  • Shade:
    Shade
  • Drought:
    Moderate
  • Salt:
    Low
Seed Information
  • Approximate seeds per lb:
    454,000
  • Seeding rate per acre in a mix:
    Up to 25 lb in a native mix
  • Truax Seedbox:
    Coarse-High Rates or Fluffy-Low Rates
Included in mixes

$5.52/lb

Description

The mix diversity is designed for varying soil conditions and nutrients. A great mix for around a pond; withstands traffic. Seed in full sun. Mix formulations are subject to change without notice depending on the availability of existing and new products. While the formula may change, the guiding philosophy and function of the mix will not.

Additional information

BloomPeriodSrchTrm

Spring/Summer, Summer, Summer/Fall

ColorSearchTerms

White

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