{"product_id":"festuca-glauca-freddy-blue-fescue-grass","title":"Festuca glauca Freddy | Blue Fescue Grass","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003eFestuca glauca Freddy | Blue Fescue Grass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlue Fescue ‘Freddy’ (\u003cem\u003eFestuca glauca\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact, evergreen ornamental grass valued for its beautiful \u003cstrong\u003eblue-green foliage and neat, tuft-forming habit\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plant develops dense clumps of fine, narrow leaves and reaches approximately \u003cstrong\u003e40 cm in height and 38 cm in width\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its distinctive cool-toned foliage provides colour and texture throughout much of the year and creates a beautiful contrast with flowering perennials, gravel, stone and other ornamental grasses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e‘Freddy’ is particularly well suited to \u003cstrong\u003erock gardens, gravel gardens, borders, contemporary landscapes and mass plantings\u003c\/strong\u003e. Once established, it performs best in sunny, well-drained locations and requires relatively little maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlant Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eFestuca glauca\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freddy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue Fescue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perennial ornamental grass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue-green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact, tuft-forming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 40 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 38 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrop time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 14–16 weeks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed form:\u003c\/strong\u003e Raw seed \/ BeGreen pelleted seed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rock gardens, gravel gardens, borders, landscape planting and mass planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBeautiful Blue-Green Foliage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe main attraction of ‘Freddy’ is its distinctive \u003cstrong\u003eblue-green foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFine, narrow leaves form a dense, rounded clump that adds colour and structure to the garden even when few other plants are flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the strongest blue foliage colour and most compact growth, plant ‘Freddy’ in a \u003cstrong\u003esunny position\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts cool blue-green tones combine particularly well with \u003cstrong\u003ewhite, lavender, purple, pink and yellow flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e, as well as silver-leaved plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompact, Tuft-Forming Growth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e‘Freddy’ develops into a naturally neat clump approximately \u003cstrong\u003e40 cm tall and 38 cm wide\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts compact growth makes it easy to incorporate into both small and large gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant individually as a structural accent or repeat several plants through a border to create rhythm and continuity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn larger groups, the fine blue foliage creates a beautiful textural effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEvergreen Ornamental Grass\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFestuca glauca\u003c\/em\u003e is an \u003cstrong\u003eevergreen ornamental grass\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning that its foliage can remain attractive for much of the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts fine leaves provide valuable structure outside the main flowering season and make ‘Freddy’ especially useful in gardens designed for year-round interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn colder climates, some older foliage may become damaged or discoloured during winter and can be gently removed in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSowing \u0026amp; Germination\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e‘Freddy’ can be started \u003cstrong\u003eindoors or under glass in spring\u003c\/strong\u003e. It may also be direct sown outdoors, although indoor sowing usually gives more controlled and uniform results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow \u003cstrong\u003e4–6 seeds per cell or small pot\u003c\/strong\u003e into a moist, well-drained seed-starting substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCover the seeds \u003cstrong\u003elightly with fine substrate or vermiculite\u003c\/strong\u003e. Light is not required for germination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18–20°C\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 7–14 days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the substrate evenly moist during germination, but avoid overwatering or waterlogging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing the Seedlings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter germination, provide the seedlings with plenty of light and good air circulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen large enough to handle, young plants can be transplanted \u003cstrong\u003ein small clumps rather than separating every individual seedling\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a well-drained substrate and avoid keeping the roots constantly wet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo growth regulators are normally required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting Outside\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the plants are well established and weather conditions are suitable, gradually harden them before planting outside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e‘Freddy’ performs best in \u003cstrong\u003efull sun\u003c\/strong\u003e, although it can tolerate partial shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a location with \u003cstrong\u003ewell-drained or sharply drained soil\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid heavy, constantly wet soil, particularly during winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSoil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlue Fescue does not require extremely rich soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn fact, it generally performs very well in \u003cstrong\u003epoor to moderately fertile, well-drained soil\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGravelly, sandy and relatively dry soils can be particularly suitable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery rich soil or excessive feeding can encourage softer growth and reduce the naturally compact appearance of the plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWatering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep young plants regularly moist while they establish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce established, Blue Fescue prefers \u003cstrong\u003emoderately dry conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e and does not like constantly wet soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow the upper layer of soil to dry slightly between waterings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood drainage is particularly important during cool and wet periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e‘Freddy’ has relatively \u003cstrong\u003elow feeding requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn reasonably fertile garden soil, heavy feeding is unnecessary. If required, a light application of balanced fertilizer in spring is usually sufficient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid excessive nitrogen, which can encourage lush green growth at the expense of the characteristic blue foliage and compact habit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect for Rock and Gravel Gardens\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of \u003cstrong\u003efine blue-green foliage, compact growth and preference for good drainage\u003c\/strong\u003e makes ‘Freddy’ an excellent choice for rock and gravel gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt looks particularly attractive planted among:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGravel • Natural stone • Rocks • Low-growing perennials • Mediterranean-style plants • Other ornamental grasses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe foliage provides a beautiful contrast to both stone and flowering plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBeautiful in Modern Gardens\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe simple, rounded form and blue-green colour make ‘Freddy’ particularly suitable for \u003cstrong\u003emodern and minimalist garden designs\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse repeated groups along paths, in borders or around architectural plants to create a clean and structured appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is equally attractive in more naturalistic gardens, where its fine foliage contrasts with softer flowering plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardy Perennial\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFestuca glauca\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Freddy’ is a \u003cstrong\u003ehardy perennial ornamental grass\u003c\/strong\u003e, suitable for approximately \u003cstrong\u003ehardiness zones 4–8\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor successful overwintering, good drainage is particularly important. Avoid planting in areas where water remains around the roots during winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEasy Maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlue Fescue requires very little regular maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is generally \u003cstrong\u003eno need for hard pruning\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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