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Festuca ovina

Sheep fescue

Non-native nurse crop. Quick germination will hold soil and moisture in place, and restrict weed growth. Festuca ovina is a weak competitor that should not interfere with native seed. It is shade tolerant. Use simultaneously with one of our native seed mixes. We recommend a rate of 3-5 pounds per acre (or 20% of your overall mix). It is best suited for fall or winter seeding.

"Festuca ovina" by Matt Lavin is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0.

Species name - Container size	Common name	Stock	Price	Quantity Pricing	Add to request
Festuca ovina - Pound	Sheep fescue	42 in stock	$4.42	$4.42	Festuca ovina quantity

Plant type

Grass / Grasslike

Mature Height

Up to 3'

Wetland Indicator Status

Attributes

Fast Growing / Vigorous
Drought Tolerant
Shade Tolerant

Planting Zone

Riparian Zone
Upland
Floodplain
Slope
Riparian Buffer
Bottomland Hardwood

Classification by Use

Erosion Control