Heathland Chewings Fescue
Fine Fescue Chewings Fescue
Description
Chewings Fescue is medium to dark green in color. Chewings fescue is at home in low maintanance and shady situations where trees compete for nutrients and water. This grass performs well in open sun and moderate shade. It exhibits a very fine almost wiry texture and when left unmowed grows 12 to 15 inches high giving a ‘meadow’ effect.
Characteristics
FEATURES:
- Very fine texture
- Germinates quickly
- Medium 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
Ground cover or slope mixtures for erosion control as an unmowed grass. Can be mixed with wildflowers. Ski Slopes, Roadside or ornamental plantings.
Seeding Rates
New turf or ground cover: 6-10 pounds per 1000 square feet depending on weather 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
CHEWINGS FESCUE
98% Minimum purity.
85% Minimum germination.
400,000-500,000 seeds per pound.