Festuca ovina

Sheep's Fescue

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A fine-textured ornamental grass forming dense blue-green clumps. Ideal for rock gardens and borders. Drought tolerant once established.
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Plant Details

Common Name Sheep's Fescue
Family Poaceae
Genus Festuca
Species Ovina
Origin Europe, North Africa
Blooming Small flower spikes in early summer, often removed for foliage focus.
Leaf Color Blue-green to grey-green
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining sandy or loamy soil. Avoid heavy clay to prevent root rot.

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Watering

Low water needs, drought tolerant once established. Allow soil to dry completely between waterings.

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun for compact growth and color retention. Not suitable for low-light indoor environments long-term.

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Fertilization

Minimal feeding needed in spring. Avoid excess nitrogen which promotes weak growth.

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Pruning

Cut back dead foliage in late winter or early spring before new growth emerges.

Pest Control Aphid Slug Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
14° – 90°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
30% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 60000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
500 – 3000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
15% – 45%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
350 – 2000
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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