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Turf - Cool Season by Scientific Name

Scientific Name Common Name Comments 
Festuca arundinacea Thumbnail picture closeup of Tall Fescue (Festuca arundinacea) in lawn. Select for larger image and more information. Tall Fescue
  • Nitrogen requirement: medium
  • shade tolerance: good
  • Water requirement: good, but takes a lot of water in summer to keep active
  • Mowing height: 2 to 3"
  • Establishment: sod or seed
  • Cultivars: 'K-31' common, but many better improved types available such as 'Rebel', 'Rendition'
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