California Native Fescue - Festuca Californica - Lawn Sod

Native Fescue  California Fescue Grasses, Hillside Fine Fescue, Festuca californica, Festuca rubra, Festuca occidentalis, Native Mow-Free,  etc.  ​California's native fescue lawn grasses are the best no-mow lawn alternative for mild summer, partially shaded or sloped locations. This grass is a beautiful deep green hue and has beautiful fine blades that do not require mowing. Its root mat easily chokes out weeds but is safe for being planted close to tree trunks and roots (even California Live Oaks).  In hot climates, and full sun exposures native fescues require irrigation on par with conventional lawn. Especially in their first year while they are still growing their deep roots. In winters they prefer little to no supplemental irrigation. And in cool temperate or coastal climates their irrigation needs can be significantly lowered. Native Fescue is the best California lawn option for areas that are unmaintained and receive low foot traffic. It makes a great ornamental lawn in between pavers and edging walkways. But it is not tolerant of sports, frequent foot traffic or dogs.   Great for Accent Lawns Works Under Trees (even Live Oaks) Handles up to %75 Shade Light - Moderate foot traffic Not dog-friendly This no-mow meadow lawn is long, soft and sweepy. With finer blades than other native ornamental grass.  VIDEO ABOVE: California Silver - Native Fescue Lawn in fall in a South-facing L.A. frontyard It works well for long-term naturalizing in USDA zones 3-8. In Northern California Native Fescue is typically suitable for almost any sun exposure, except for inland areas with prolonged summer heat waves.  Native Fescue sod is comprised of a blend of grass strains native to many regions of North America that've been hybridized, naturalized or become native to California. It typically requires 50% of the water of conventional lawns when planted in shade. Most water savings coming from it's low needs for irrigation in winter.   IRRIGATION Fescue sods prefer to be irrigated at night and will suffer visible stress or illness if watered during the heat of the day. In extremely hot periods multiple evening irrigations are recommended to maintain verdancy. MAINTENANCE Infrequent mowing to 6" in height can refresh it in cool seasons on years where this is needed.