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Elijah Blue Fescue Grass

Festuca glauca 'Elijah Blue'

Nature Hills Nursery
  • Striking Steel-Blue Foliage Forms Dome-Shaped Tufts that Add Year-Round Color and Texture
  • Cold Hardy: Thrives in Zones 4-9
  • Grows 1 ft Tall, 1-2 ft Wide
  • Showy Purple Blooms From Early Summer to Late Summer
  • Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Pollution Tolerant
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Plant Characteristics Cold hardy, Low Maintenance, Deer-resistant, Slopes/Erosion Control, Heat Tolerant, Drought resistant, Container Friendly, Attracts pollinators, Evergreen, Flowering, Fast-growing
Hardiness Zone 4a9b
Sunlight Full sun, Partial shade
Height 1 ft
Width 1-2 ft
Watering Needs Low
Growth Rate Moderate
Growth Habit Bushy, Compact
Plant Life Cycle Perennial
Blooms In Summer
Flower Color Purple
Suitable Space Indoors, Outdoors
Plant Name Grass
Botanical Name Festuca glauca 'Elijah Blue'
Species glauca
Cultivar Elijah Blue
Class Poales
Does Not Ship To AK, AZ, CA, HI, ID, MT, PR, NV, OR, WA

Frequently Asked Questions

What hardiness zones can Elijah Blue Fescue grass grow in?
  • Elijah Blue Fescue thrives in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 9. This cool-season ornamental grass is remarkably hardy and can handle both cold winters and warm summers across this broad range. Plant it in well-draining soil for best results in your zone.

How tall and wide does Elijah Blue Fescue get when fully mature?
  • Elijah Blue Fescue reaches 12 inches tall when in bloom and spreads 12-24 inches wide at maturity. This compact ornamental grass maintains its tidy, dome-shaped form throughout USDA zones 4-9. Perfect for small spaces and containers available at naturehills.com.

How often should I water newly planted Elijah Blue Fescue grass?
  • Water newly planted Elijah Blue Fescue 2-3 times per week for the first month to establish roots. This cool-season grass needs consistent moisture initially but becomes drought-tolerant once established. Reduce watering frequency after 4-6 weeks as it develops its low-water nature.

Is Elijah Blue Fescue considered a fast-growing or slow-growing ornamental grass?
  • Elijah Blue Fescue is a moderate-growing ornamental grass that reaches its mature size of 12 inches tall and 12-24 inches wide within 2-3 seasons. This cool-season perennial establishes steadily in zones 4-9. Plant in spring for best establishment, and expect full flowering displays by the second year.

Is Elijah Blue Fescue deer resistant?
  • Yes, Elijah Blue Fescue is deer resistant due to its spiky, needle-like texture that deer typically avoid. This makes it an excellent choice for problem areas where deer browsing is common. Plant it as edging or groundcover in zones 4-9, available at naturehills.com.

Can Elijah Blue Fescue be shipped year-round or only during certain seasons?
  • Elijah Blue Fescue can typically be shipped spring through fall when plants are actively growing. As a hardy perennial surviving zones 4-9, it transplants well during cooler months. Check availability during your planting season for best establishment results.

Does Elijah Blue Fescue require fertilizing and if so, how often?
  • Elijah Blue Fescue thrives without regular fertilizing once established, as it naturally prefers lean soils. This hardy ornamental grass actually performs better with minimal feeding, which helps maintain its compact 12-inch form and blue-gray color. Apply a light balanced fertilizer only in early spring if growth appears weak.

Should Elijah Blue Fescue be cut back annually and when is the best time?
  • Yes, Elijah Blue Fescue should be cut back annually in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Since it's a cool-season grass hardy in zones 4-9, timing this cleanup in February or March works well. Cut the entire clump back to 2-3 inches above ground level to make room for fresh blue-gray foliage.
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