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Molate Red Fescue — Festuca rubra 'Molate'
Molate Red Fescue — Festuca rubra 'Molate'
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Festuca rubra 'Molate'
Fine gray-green blades form soft, flowing drifts beneath airy flower stems. This creeping red fescue works well in meadows and as a low-traffic groundcover.
Growing conditions
Grow in sun near the coast or give it afternoon shade in hotter inland gardens. Water regularly until established. Once rooted, it tolerates dry periods, with occasional deep watering helpful away from the coast.
Foliage reaches 12–18 inches, flower stems rise to about 3 feet, and plants spread by rhizomes into patches about 2–3 feet across or wider over time. It spreads steadily in well-drained soil and can tolerate clay if it drains.
Landscape uses and care
Use in meadow drifts, parking strips, or among native bulbs. Red fescue foliage can feed some butterfly and moth larvae. Comb out dead blades or trim old growth before the next flush, and edge spreading patches as needed.
Photo shows the species for reference. Cultivar appearance may vary. Photo by Lihagen · CC BY-SA 3.0.
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