Plants in genus festuca
Festuca glauca 'Beyond Blue'
Festuca glauca 'Beyond Blue' is an evergreen grass with intense powder blue foliage that remains vibrant in winter. It forms a short, tuft-like mound about a foot tall and is tolerant of most soil types. This plant is hardy in heat, drought, and humidity, requiring at least 5 hours of sun daily.
Festuca glauca 'Boulder Blue'
Festuca glauca 'Boulder Blue' is a cool-season grass celebrated for its intense blue foliage that retains its color throughout the season. This dwarf grass grows to about 6-9 inches tall and wide, forming clump-like, rounded bunches. It is highly drought-tolerant and ideal for xeriscaping, thriving in dry, well-drained soil and full sun. The plant is deer-resistant and can withstand harsh conditions, including high altitudes and heat. Its tan blooms appear in late summer, adding a subtle contrast to the vibrant blue leaves. This evergreen grass is perfect for adding texture and color to gardens.
Festuca glauca 'Cool As Ice'
This cool-season, clump-forming grass is known for its compact, powdery blue blades and small flowers that rise on slender stalks in summer. It produces golden-brown seed heads and is low-maintenance and durable, requiring well-drained soil and surviving in partial shade.
Festuca glauca 'Elijah Blue'
Festuca glauca 'Elijah Blue' is a tightly-clumping ornamental grass with soft silver-blue leaves. It forms an evergreen mound about 1 foot tall and 18 inches wide, thriving in sunny, well-drained soils. This grass is drought-tolerant and requires division every 3-5 years to maintain its vigor.
Festuca glauca 'Golden Toupee'
Festuca glauca 'Golden Toupee' is an ornamental grass forming a 1-foot wide clump of chartreuse blades. It requires good drainage and thrives in sunny locations, making it a striking addition to garden borders or rock gardens. This grass is deer-resistant and suitable for USDA zones 4 to 8, providing a bright pop of color with its unique foliage. Its compact size and vibrant hue make it a versatile choice for various landscape designs.
Festuca 'Cool As Ice'
Festuca 'Cool As Ice' is the first blue fescue successful in hot, humid climates, resulting from a cross between Festuca glauca and likely Festuca idahoensis. It forms a 10-inch tall and 1-foot wide evergreen clump with narrow blue foliage. This plant is ideal for adding color and texture to gardens, thriving in sun to part sun conditions.