Chewings Fescue
Chewings Fescue is a type of fine fescue that grows upright and has a high shade tolerance. This fescue is best grown in the cooler climates of the northern United States and Canada. It is a good seed variety to use for lawns because it establishes itself quicker than other types and it requires less mowing than other varieties and can be mowed down to 1 1/2 inches.
- Common Name: Chewings Fescue
- Latin Name: Festuca rubra commutata
- Type: Turf Grass
- Cycle: Perennial
- Origin: Introduced
- Planting Season: Spring and Fall
- Bloom Season: Spring-Fall
- Seeds Per Pound: 645,000
- Seeding Rate: 10
*Planting and Bloom Season. Please remember that Planting and Bloom seasons will differ for each variety depending on the location and climate conditions where they are being planted. Please refer to the USDA Plant Hardiness Map provided in our FAQ section for specifics on how to determine the best time of year to plant for your specific situation. The information provided below is based on experienced agricultural practices throughout the Willamette Valley of Oregon and is applicable to Zones 7-10 only.