Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Poaceae

Genus:

Festuca

Species:

Festuca hallii

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Graminoid

Height:

3-4 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

may, jun

Bloom Colors:

Purple

Ground Cover:

Yes

Lawn Substitute:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Colorado, Montana, North Dakota, New Mexico, Washington, Wyoming, Canada: Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario, Saskatchewan

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

fertile, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

thrives in prairie and grassland regions

Germination Information