Spacing:  6-12"

Water Needs: Low Water

Foliage:  Everygreen

Bloom Season: 

Height (at Maturity):   8-12"

Width (at Maturity):    12-18"

Soil Preference: 

Festuca glauca 'Elijah Blue', commonly known as Blue Fescue, is a popular ornamental grass highly valued for its striking blue-grey foliage and compact growth habit. This plant is a member of the Poaceae family and is native to Europe and Asia.

The Blue Fescue typically grows in a clump-forming habit, reaching up to 8-12 inches tall and wide. It features narrow, needle-like leaves that are an intense blue-grey color, which forms a tuft-like mound. In late spring, the plant produces upright flower stalks that bear small, wheat-like flowers that turn golden-brown as they mature. The flowers can remain attractive well into the fall, providing additional interest.

This plant is highly adaptable and can be grown in a variety of conditions, from full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-draining soil and moderate watering, but can tolerate periods of drought once established. Blue Fescue is hardy in USDA zones 4-8, making it a great choice for gardens and landscapes in cooler to mild climates.

Overall, Festuca glauca 'Elijah Blue' is a beautiful and low-maintenance ornamental grass that adds texture and color to any garden or landscape. Its striking blue-grey foliage and compact growth habit make it a great choice for edging, rock gardens, containers, and mass plantings. It also pairs well with other ornamental grasses and perennials, providing a contrasting texture and color.