The ornamental grass Festuca rubra 'Molate' (red fescue) bears medium green blossoms during mid-spring to early summer. The matte foliage is greyish green and light grey in colour, fine in texture and semi-evergreen.
Typical Uses
Alpine or rock garden, border, edging, ground cover and lawn.
Special Characteristics
Birds are attracted to Festuca rubra 'Molate' .
Cautions
With its fast growth rate, Festuca rubra 'Molate' (red fescue) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner. This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.
