Eilers Beauty Blue Fescue Grass (Festuca ovina ‘Eilers Beauty™’) adds refined elegance to any landscape with its fine, blue-green foliage and delicate, tan flower spikes. Its graceful, arching leaves form a neat, mounded shape that provides soothing color and texture in borders, rock gardens, or mixed containers. This compact perennial grows about 20 inches tall and wide, maintaining a pleasing form without overwhelming nearby plants. As summer progresses, slender seedheads emerge atop red-tinged stems, lending subtle movement and visual interest that sets this ornamental grass apart.
In addition to its attractive looks, Eilers Beauty Blue Fescue Grass thrives under challenging conditions. It tolerates drought, fits well into xeriscapes, and even adapts to dry shade—an uncommon trait among ornamental grasses. Deer typically leave it alone, and its low-maintenance nature makes it easy for both new and experienced gardeners. Whether mass-planted for a gentle, grassy carpet or used as a focal accent in containers and small spaces, this hardy selection brings lasting beauty to the garden.
Eilers Beauty Blue Fescue Grass Care
Plant Eilers Beauty Blue Fescue Grass in full sun or partial shade, although it tolerates a wide range of light conditions. Choose a site with well-drained soil, preferably on the drier side, to support strong root development and minimal fuss. Water sparingly after establishment; moderate moisture suffices, and once settled, it rarely needs supplemental watering. Fertilizer is usually unnecessary, but a light application of compost in spring can promote healthy growth. Mulch lightly around the base to help retain moisture and keep weeds at bay.
Pruning is minimal; simply remove old or damaged foliage in late winter or early spring to rejuvenate growth. For container-grown plants, occasional division every few years keeps them vigorous and attractive. This grass appreciates a gentle thinning if it becomes too dense, ensuring air circulation and sustained health.
Eilers Beauty Blue Fescue Grass Spacing
Allow about 16 to 20 inches between each Eilers Beauty Blue Fescue Grass for attractive mass plantings or to create a grassy groundcover effect. In mixed borders, a slightly wider spacing ensures each clump retains its neat form and visual impact. For container use, choose a pot at least 12 inches in diameter to accommodate the root system and prevent overcrowding.
- SKU:
- 1231020805-pc
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Plant Addicts always guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy & healthy. However, plant(s) are being shipped through the mail & sometimes accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped, just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note, plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.
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Plant Shipping
Below are some factors we consider when determining when to ship the plants depending on the timing of the order.
Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
Sometimes plants aren't completely ready to sell and ship in early spring. We will wait until the plants are ready before shipping so you don't get a subpar product.
For Southern plants we will be able to ship much earlier than plants coming from our northern nursery.
Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
We review what areas the plants are traveling through as well as your location.
Fall into Winter
We’ll ship plants out all the way up to the end of the fall planting season!
Winter
Get your order in early to reserve your plants for Spring planting!
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Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations