Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Poaceae

Genus:

Festuca

Species:

Festuca cretacea

USDA Symbol:

FECR2

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Graminoid

Height:

60 cm

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jun,jul

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

chalky, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (neutral to slightly alkaline)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to chalk grasslands, prefers calcareous soils

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days

Germination Time:

14–30 days

Notes:

Seeds germinate readily after cold stratification; surface sow on well-drained alkaline medium.