Kentucky 31 tall fescue
Lolium arundinaceum 'Kentucky 31'
USDA zones3 to 6
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size3 to 6 inches tall3 inches wide
- Bloom color
- Green
Garden uses
Notes
'Kentucky 31' 31 tall fescue (Lolium arundinaceum 'Kentucky 31') is a grass for ground cover. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average moisture. It stays low, at 3 to 6 inches tall, and bears green blooms. Its short, tidy form suits it to open areas that need a green carpet.
Pairs well with Nepeta, Black Hero tulip, and Lingonberry.