Elijah Blue Fescue Grass
Introduce stunning, low-maintenance color with the 'Elijah Blue' Fescue Grass. This popular ornamental grass forms tight mounds of fine, silvery blue-green foliage, offering fantastic visual interest year-round. It produces blonde seed heads in late spring and early summer. Growing compactly to about 6-12 inches tall and wide, its non-spreading nature makes it perfect for borders, rock gardens, or containers without overtaking neighbors. It thrives best in full sun and prefers dry to average, well-draining soil. Remember to cut it back in late winter or early spring to encourage fresh, vibrant new growth.
$9.05
Owner Satisfaction
3.9
/ 5
Category Rank
4614
/ 4677
#4614 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-67%
Below average
Mature Height
612
/ - inches
Who it's for
- Striking Ornamental Color
- Exceptional Drought Tolerance
- Low Maintenance and Hardy
Who should skip it
- Short Clump Lifespan
- Poor Tolerance for Wet Soil
- Struggles in High Humidity
Key Specs
Mature Height
6-12 inches
Mature Spread
6-12 inches wide
Growing Zones
4-9
Planting Time
Spring / Summer
Soil Moisture
Average, Dry
Soil Type
Well-Drained Soil, Loamy Soil, Sandy Soil
Ships As
Potted Plant
Neonicotinoid Free
Yes
Features
- Silvery blue-green foliage for year-round color
- Compact, non-spreading clump forms ideal mounds
- Tolerates dry sites effectively
- Resistant to deer and rabbits
- Excellent for borders and rock gardens
- Provides winter interest
- Easy to grow and low maintenance
- Suitable for container planting
What customers say
Customers highly value the Elijah Blue Fescue for its striking silvery blue color and attractive clumping habit, which offers excellent landscape contrast. Established plants earn praise for their inherent hardiness and low maintenance, particularly their drought tolerance, making them ideal for various garden settings. However, overall satisfaction is heavily impacted by delivery condition. A significant number of buyers report receiving stressed or dry plugs, leading to poor establishment and frustration. Those who receive vigorous, healthy plants are extremely satisfied with the quality and rapid growth. The core issue revolves around the inconsistency of the initial product health upon arrival, which directly affects perceived value, despite the established grass meeting high aesthetic and hardiness expectations.
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