Festuca ovina
TAXONOMY
FamilyPoaceae
GenusFestuca
Zone4
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Festuca ovina, commonly known as sheep fescue, is a perennial grass native to temperate regions. It belongs to the Poaceae family and the Festuca genus. This grass is well-suited to temperate climates and is often found in meadows, pastures, and open woodlands. It has a tufted growth habit and is known for its fine, needle-like leaves. Sheep fescue is drought-tolerant and can thrive in poor soil conditions.
ALSO KNOWN AS
Bromus Ovinus
Poa Setacea
Sheep's Fescue
Avena ovina
Festuca agrestis
Festuca amethystina var. asperrima
Festuca baumgarteniana
Festuca capillaris
Festuca centroapenninica
Festuca chiisanensis
Festuca cinerea var. scabrifolia
Festuca diffusa
Festuca duriuscula var. alpina
Festuca duriuscula var. gracilior
Festuca eskia
Festuca filifolia
Festuca fontqueriana
Festuca glaucantha
Festuca glauca var. exilior
Festuca glauca var. firmuloides
Festuca glauca var. hallerioides
Festuca glauca var. scabrifolia
Festuca glaucoidea
Festuca guestphalica
Festuca guinochetii
Festuca hallerioides
Festuca heterophylla
Festuca jumpeiana
Festuca laevis var. ruprechtii
Festuca lasiantha
Festuca leucantha
Festuca livida
Festuca malzevii
Festuca mariettana
Festuca maskerensis
Festuca multiflora
Festuca nigra
Festuca oligosantha
Festuca ovina f. aculeolata
Festuca ovina f. exilior
Festuca ovina f. firmuloides
Festuca ovina f. glaucoides
Festuca ovina f. nitida
Festuca ovina f. ovina
Festuca ovina f. submucronata
Festuca ovina f. viridis
Festuca ovina subsp. coreana
Festuca ovina subsp. elata
Festuca ovina subsp. firmulacea
Festuca ovina subsp. guestphalica
Festuca ovina subsp. kandavanica
Festuca ovina subsp. litoralis
Festuca ovina subsp. maroccana
Festuca ovina subsp. nipponica
Festuca ovina subsp. ovina
Festuca ovina subsp. ruprechtii
Festuca ovina subsp. sphagnicola
Festuca ovina subsp. sytschuanica
Festuca ovina subsp. vylzaniae
Festuca ovina subvar. angustiflora
Festuca ovina subvar. laevifolia
Festuca ovina subvar. pubescens
Festuca ovina var. alpina
Festuca ovina var. angustifolia
Festuca ovina var. baicalensis
Festuca ovina var. calligera
Festuca ovina var. centroapenninica
Festuca ovina var. chiisanensis
Festuca ovina var. chosenica
Festuca ovina var. coreana
Festuca ovina var. elata
Festuca ovina var. firmulacea
Festuca ovina var. fissa
Festuca ovina var. fontqueriana
Festuca ovina var. glaucofirmula
Festuca ovina var. glaucoidea
Festuca ovina var. guinochetii
Festuca ovina var. hibernica
Festuca ovina var. jumpeiana
Festuca ovina var. juncifolia
Festuca ovina var. kandavanica
Festuca ovina var. koreanoalpina
Festuca ovina var. laevifolia
Festuca ovina var. litoralis
Festuca ovina var. livida
Festuca ovina var. malzevii
Festuca ovina var. marchandii
Festuca ovina var. maroccana
Festuca ovina var. maskerensis
Festuca ovina var. nipponica
Festuca ovina var. ovina
Festuca ovina var. pubiculmis
Festuca ovina var. purpusiana
Festuca ovina var. ruprechtii
Festuca ovina var. ruscinonensis
Festuca ovina var. senneniana
Festuca ovina var. sulcifera
Festuca ovina var. tateyamensis
Festuca ovina var. vulgaris
Festuca ovina var. weilleri
Festuca ovina var. yarochenkoi
Festuca pauciflora
Festuca pietrosii
Festuca pratensis
Festuca pumila
Festuca purpusiana
Festuca rupicola var. sulcatiformis
Festuca ruprechtii
Festuca sauvagei
Festuca saximontana subsp. purpusiana
Festuca saximontana var. purpusiana
Festuca scabrifolia
Festuca sciaphila
Festuca ×serpentinica
Festuca sphagnicola
Festuca sulcatiformis
Festuca trachyphylla f. firmulacea
Festuca trachyphylla var. pubescens
Festuca valesiaca var. lasiantha
Festuca verguinii
Festuca vorobievii
Festuca vulgaris
Festuca vylzaniae
Festuca weilleri
Festuca yarochenkoi
Gnomonia ovina
OVERVIEW
VPDCalculate
WaterDry
SoilLoamy
LightDirect Bright (6 Hours)
Temperature15° C
Humidity50%
Dormancy3 Months
pH6.5
Pressure1,013 mbar
DETAILS
Care Instructions
Sheep fescue is relatively easy to care for. It prefers full sun and can tolerate a range of temperatures, although it thrives in moderate conditions. Watering should be infrequent, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. This grass does not require high humidity and can tolerate dry air. It is well-suited for outdoor growth and does not need to be brought indoors.Soil
Festuca ovina prefers well-draining soil and can grow in a variety of soil types, including loam, sandy, and rocky soils. It does best in soil that is not overly rich in nutrients. Good drainage is essential to prevent root rot.Fertilizer
Sheep fescue does not require regular fertilization. If desired, a light application of a balanced fertilizer can be applied in the spring to promote growth. Over-fertilization should be avoided as it can lead to excessive growth and reduced drought tolerance.Repotting
Repotting is generally not necessary for Festuca ovina as it is typically grown outdoors in the ground. However, if grown in containers, repotting can be done in the spring when the plant shows signs of outgrowing its pot. Use a well-draining soil mix and ensure the new container has adequate drainage holes.Propagation
Sheep fescue can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds can be sown in the spring or fall, directly in the ground or in seed trays. Division can be done in the spring by separating clumps and replanting them in well-prepared soil.Pruning
Pruning is not typically required for Festuca ovina. However, dead or damaged leaves can be trimmed back to maintain the plant's appearance. This can be done in the early spring before new growth begins.Toxicity
Festuca ovina is not known to be toxic to pets or humans. It is considered safe for use in areas where pets and children may be present.REVOLUTIONIZE YOUR PLANT CARE
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