Festuca californica
California Fescue

A semi-evergreen perennial grass that forms a fountain-like clump. Coarse-textured leaf blades are powdery-blue-green. Nodding, feathery flower heads age to amber-tan. Blooms in spring and summer. Native to California.

USDA zones: 7 - 11
Sunset zones: 4 - 9, 14 - 24
Mature size: 2 - 3 feet high and 1 - 2 feet wide
Light needs: full sun, part shade
Water needs: moderate to regular water