Celestial Strong Creeping Red Fescue

Fine Fescue Creeping Red Fescue Seed

Description

Introduced from Europe and adapted to most climates of North America. Creeping Red Fescue Seed grass is medium to dark green in color and reproduces by tillers and very short rhizomes. This grass performs well in open sun and moderate shade. It
exhibits a very fine almost wiry texture and when left unmowed grows up to 15 inches high and lays over giving a ‘meadow’ effect.

Is Creeping Red Fescue Seed Right for You?

Creeping red fescue seed is an excellent choice for shaded lawns, low-maintenance landscapes, and erosion control areas.

Characteristics

FEATURES:

Very fine texture
Germinates quickly
Dark green color
Shade tolerance
Long, slender leaf blades

BENEFITS:

Uniform growth habit
Rapid establishment
Low fertilizer requirements
Useful in shade mixtures
Attractive as slope or ground cover

Uses

Turfgrass mixtures for sun or shade.
Fall overseeding of bermudagrasses. Ground cover or slope mixtures for erosion control as an unmowed grass.
Can be mixed with wildflowers.

Best Growing Conditions for Creeping Red Fescue

Creeping red fescue seed performs best in:

Cool-season climates
Well-drained soils
Areas with partial shade to full sun
Lawns with low to moderate foot traffic

It is widely used in residential lawns, parks, and commercial landscapes where a soft, fine-textured turf is desired.

Seeding Rates

New turf or ground cover: 6-10 pounds per 1000 square feet depending on whether other grasses or wildflowers are being used in the seed mix. Overseeding: Up to 10 pounds per 1000 square feet.

Establishment

Emergence: 10-14 days.
Establishment: 6-8 weeks. Best seeded in Fall, Winter and Spring.

Adaptability & Care

Growing region: A cool season best adapted to well drained soils.
pH Range: Will tolerate slightly acid conditions.
Salinity: Not tolerant of saline conditions.

Ingredients & Specifications

CREEPING RED FESCUE
98% Minimum purity.
90% Minimum germination.
400,000-500,000 seeds per pound.

FAQs:-

Is creeping red fescue seed suitable for high-traffic areas?

Creeping red fescue is not the best choice for areas with heavy foot traffic. While it forms a dense and attractive turf, it is better suited for low- to moderate-use areas such as residential lawns, parks, or naturalized landscapes. For high-traffic zones, it is often mixed with more durable grass species.

Can creeping red fescue seed be used in full sun?

Yes, creeping red fescue can grow in full sun, but it performs best in areas with partial shade. In hotter climates or prolonged direct sunlight, it may require additional care, such as proper watering, to maintain its health and color.

When should you plant creeping red fescue seed?

The best time to plant is in the fall or spring, when temperatures are cooler and soil moisture is adequate.

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