Roemer’s Fescue
Festuca idahoensis ssp. roemeri
Full Description
Dense bunch grass with bluish gray-green color. Roemer’s fescue occurs only west of the Cascades from Southern British Columbia south to Northern California, found in dry habitats such as rangeland prairies, and moist upland sites.
Plant Details
- Habitat:
- Upland Prairie and Savanna
Upland Prairie and Oak Savanna - Mature Height:
- 14-39"
- Shade Preference:
- Soil Tolerance:
- well-drained to dry, medium to fine textured soils
- Special Uses:
- Provides bank stabilization
- Arboretum Locations:
- Cheldelin Middle School Arboretum
- Year(s) Planted:
- 2012