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Cool as Ice Fescue
Festuca x 'Cool as Ice' PP #27,651
SKU #41485
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Water when top 3 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Reaches 10 to 12 in. tall and wide, flowers to 18 in. tall.
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| Description | An easy-care plant for hot, dry areas. Gray-green new growth quickly matures to steely blue, giving the plant better heat tolerance. Summer brings attractive buff-colored panicles. Forms symmetrical, tidy clumps that are great for the landscape or containers. |
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| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Tolerates Urban Pollution |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Edging |
| Flower Color | Brown |
| Foliage Color | Blue-green |
| Care Instructions | Thrives in average to very lean, loose, well-drained soils; does not tolerate soggy, poorly-drained soil. Water regularly during first growing season to establish root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates moderate drought. Remove old, faded foliage before new leaves emerge. |
Details
| Description | An easy-care plant for hot, dry areas. Gray-green new growth quickly matures to steely blue, giving the plant better heat tolerance. Summer brings attractive buff-colored panicles. Forms symmetrical, tidy clumps that are great for the landscape or containers. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Tolerates Urban Pollution |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Edging |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | Brown |
| Foliage Color | Blue-green |
Care
| Care Instructions | Thrives in average to very lean, loose, well-drained soils; does not tolerate soggy, poorly-drained soil. Water regularly during first growing season to establish root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates moderate drought. Remove old, faded foliage before new leaves emerge. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Cool as Ice Fescue produce flowers?
Summer
Is Cool as Ice Fescue evergreen or deciduous?
Cool as Ice Fescue is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Cool as Ice Fescue?
Cool as Ice Fescue is Easy Care, Compact Form.
Is Cool as Ice Fescue resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Tolerates Urban Pollution
How fast does Cool as Ice Fescue grow?
Cool as Ice Fescue has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Cool as Ice Fescue in my landscape?
Cool as Ice Fescue is suitable for: Border, Container, Edging.
What color are Cool as Ice Fescue flowers?
Cool as Ice Fescue produces Brown flowers.
What color is the foliage of Cool as Ice Fescue?
Cool as Ice Fescue has Blue-green foliage.
How do I care for Cool as Ice Fescue?
Thrives in average to very lean, loose, well-drained soils; does not tolerate soggy, poorly-drained soil. Water regularly during first growing season to establish root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates moderate drought. Remove old, faded foliage before new leaves emerge.
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No Retailers found within 100 miles of your zipcode
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.