Ideal For
Management: Low-care shaded lawns.
Watering: Moderate; low once mature.
Region: Cool temperate climates.
Soil Type: Sandy loams, well-drained.
Aspect: Dappled sun or light shade.
Creeping Red Fescue is ideal for shaded gardens and cool climates. It spreads slowly through creeping rhizomes, creating a fine, soft lawn with minimal upkeep. Excellent for under trees or low-light zones, it offers strong drought resistance and maintains rich colour under moderate moisture.
Features Benefits
Shade-loving. Fine and soft.
Creeping Red Fescue:
Fine-leafed, shade-loving turf providing dense, soft coverage with excellent drought tolerance once established.
Varities Used
SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS APPLY FOR WESTERN AUSTRALIA AND TASMANIA
Please note seed may be coated for protection and to enhance germination. Batches may vary.
- Creeping Red Fescue
Sowing Instructions:
Rate: 3–5 kg per 100 m².
Depth: 3–5 mm.
Preparation: Lightly rake and firm soil.
Watering: Keep moist until germination (10–21 days).
Management & Mowing Instructions
First Mow: When grass reaches 6–8 cm high.
Height: Maintain between 18–25 mm for a dense, healthy lawn.
Fertilising: Apply a slow-release fertiliser at seeding and every 8 weeks during the growing season.
Watering: Water deeply but infrequently to promote deep roots and drought resistance.
Maintenance: Re-seed worn or thin areas as needed to maintain uniform coverage.
Is Creeping Red Fescue good for shaded lawns?
Absolutely. It thrives in dappled or low-light areas where other grasses struggle, maintaining strong coverage and colour under trees or structures.
How drought-tolerant is Creeping Red Fescue?
Once established, it has excellent drought resistance and needs minimal watering, making it ideal for low-maintenance, shaded lawns.
What kind of maintenance does it need?
Very little. Occasional mowing and light fertiliser applications are enough to keep the lawn soft, fine, and healthy year-round.
Creeping Red Fescue Seed
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Creeping Red Fescue is ideal for shaded gardens and cool climates. It spreads slowly through creeping rhizomes, creating a fine, soft lawn with minimal upkeep. Excellent for under trees or low-light zones, it offers strong drought resistance and maintains rich colour under moderate moisture.
Features Benefits
Shade-loving. Fine and soft.
Creeping Red Fescue:
Fine-leafed, shade-loving turf providing dense, soft coverage with excellent drought tolerance once established.
Ideal For
Management: Low-care shaded lawns.
Watering: Moderate; low once mature.
Region: Cool temperate climates.
Soil Type: Sandy loams, well-drained.
Aspect: Dappled sun or light shade.
Varities Used
SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS APPLY FOR WESTERN AUSTRALIA AND TASMANIA
Please note seed may be coated for protection and to enhance germination. Batches may vary.
- Creeping Red Fescue
Sowing Instructions:
Rate: 3–5 kg per 100 m².
Depth: 3–5 mm.
Preparation: Lightly rake and firm soil.
Watering: Keep moist until germination (10–21 days).
Management & Mowing Instructions
First Mow: When grass reaches 6–8 cm high.
Height: Maintain between 18–25 mm for a dense, healthy lawn.
Fertilising: Apply a slow-release fertiliser at seeding and every 8 weeks during the growing season.
Watering: Water deeply but infrequently to promote deep roots and drought resistance.
Maintenance: Re-seed worn or thin areas as needed to maintain uniform coverage.
Is Creeping Red Fescue good for shaded lawns?
Absolutely. It thrives in dappled or low-light areas where other grasses struggle, maintaining strong coverage and colour under trees or structures.
How drought-tolerant is Creeping Red Fescue?
Once established, it has excellent drought resistance and needs minimal watering, making it ideal for low-maintenance, shaded lawns.
What kind of maintenance does it need?
Very little. Occasional mowing and light fertiliser applications are enough to keep the lawn soft, fine, and healthy year-round.
