The evergreen, very easy to care for and robust blue fescue (Festuca glauca) forms dense clumps and grows primarily on dry, nutrient-poor soil - as well as in its natural environment, because the plant with the distinctive color thrives primarily in the barren mountainous regions of Central and Northern Europe. As an ornamental grass, blue fescue is often cultivated in rock or heath gardens, where it creates great contrasts in combination with other grasses and perennials.
The beautiful blue fescue is harmless to humans and animals
Neither poisonous nor suitable as a fodder plant
Contrary to popular belief in some forums, blue fescue is not poisonous to humans or animals (including cats or small rodents such as guinea pigs or rabbits). However, the ornamental grass is not suitable as a forage plant either, for this purpose you should use other grasses - for example the related, but much higher quality and nutritious red fescue.
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Festuca glauca is also considered to be quite insensitive to pest infestation or fungal infection. Only with incorrect care or an unsuitable location is there a risk of mildew, rust or anthracnose infestation. In such a case, the rapid disposal of infested plants is recommended.