Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Poaceae

Genus:

Festuca

Species:

Festuca viviparoidea

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Graminoid

Height:

1-2 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

Green, Brown

Native Range

United States: Alaska, Montana, Wyoming, Canada: Alberta, British Columbia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Quebec, Yukon

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, well-drained alpine soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to high-altitude, cold environments