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Idaho Fescue
(Festuca idahoensis)

Code: FEID Category: Grass Seeds Tags: Cool Season Grass Seed, Reclamation, U.S. Native, Wildlife

Idaho Fescue is a cool-season bunchgrass that grows to 40 inches tall and has fine leaf blades. It is found at higher elevations of the western mountains, between 5,000 and 10,000 feet, and common habitats include meadows, hillsides and open woodlands. Idaho Fescue has a deep and extensive root system, making it excellent for erosion control. Makes a good component in reclamation mixtures, and it is a good forage for both livestock and wildlife.

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Additional Information

Scientific Name

Festuca idahoensis

Seed Type

Perennial

Cool or Warm Season

Cool

Sun

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Moisture

Dry, Moderate

Max. Height (in.)

40

Seeds/lb.

450,000

Planting rate with flowers (lbs./acre)

4

Planting rate alone (lbs./acre)

7-10

USDA Hardiness Zone(s)

4-10


  • Additional information

Additional Information

Scientific Name

Festuca idahoensis

Seed Type

Perennial

Cool or Warm Season

Cool

Sun

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Moisture

Dry, Moderate

Max. Height (in.)

40

Seeds/lb.

450,000

Planting rate with flowers (lbs./acre)

4

Planting rate alone (lbs./acre)

7-10

USDA Hardiness Zone(s)

4-10


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