Festuca "Elijah Blue"

Botanical Name: Festuca glauca 'Elijah Blue'

Common Name: Elijah Blue Fescue

Mature Height: 6–10 inches (12–14 inches with flower spikes)

Mature Spread: 10–12 inches

Growth Habit: Dense, rounded, clumping grass

USDA Zones: 4–9

Sun Exposure: Full sun (best color)

Soil Needs: Well-drained; thrives in sandy, rocky, or poor soils

Water Requirements: Low once established; avoid overwatering

Foliage Color: Intense icy blue year-round

Flowering: Tan-blonde flower spikes in early summer; may be trimmed off for neatness