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5 lbs
10,000 Sq.ft
$34.99
172 in stock
$34.99
172 in stock
An introduced cool-season perennial bunchgrass, tall fescue is one of the most important pasture grasses used in the United States. It tolerates a wide range of soil conditions, temperatures and climates. Tall fescue can grow up to six feet tall and produces fair to good quality forage for all types of livestock. While older varieties of tall fescue are infected with endophytes which are toxic to livestock, our pasture-type tall fescue is endophyte-free and safe for all grazing animals. Tall fescue can be grown without supplemental irrigation on sites receiving at least 15 inches of annual precipitation.
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Product Overview
Tall fescue (Festuca arundinacea) is a cool-season, perennial bunchgrass originally introduced from Europe and now widely established as one of the most dependable pasture and forage grasses in the United States. Its dense, upright growth and ability to thrive in diverse conditions make it a top choice for livestock producers, hay growers, land managers, and reclamation projects.
• Growth Habit: Forms tall, upright clumps up to 6 feet in height under ideal conditions
• Soil Adaptability: Performs well in sandy loams to clay soils with pH 5.5–7.5
• Climate Resilience: Thrives in both cool spring and hot summer temperatures
• Drought & Moisture Tolerance: Grows with as little as 15″ annual rainfall; tolerates temporary wet conditions
• Endophyte-Free: Safe for all livestock—100% endophyte-free for grazing safety
• Season-Long Production: Provides steady forage from early spring through late fall
Our pasture-type tall fescue delivers the forage consistency, regrowth potential, and durability needed for rotational grazing and multi-cut hay programs. Its deep root system supports erosion control and improves soil health, while its natural disease resistance and stress tolerance make it a low-maintenance, high-reward choice.
Directions
Seeding Rate:
• Pure Stands – 20–30 lb per acre
• Mixed Stands – 10–15 lb per acre when blended with clovers or other grasses
Planting Time:
• Early spring or late summer to early fall, when soil temperatures are 50–65 °F
Soil Preparation:
• Fine, firm, well-tilled seedbed
• pH range: 5.5–7.5
• On poor soils, incorporate 2–3 tons/acre of compost or organic matter
Fertilization:
• Apply balanced fertilizers based on soil test
• Responds well to nitrogen, phosphate, and potassium top-dressing
Grazing & Mowing:
• Leave 4–6″ residual height after harvest
• Allow 30–45 days for regrowth between grazings or cuttings
Ideal For
• Livestock operations needing year-round forage
• Hay producers targeting multiple high-yield cuttings
• Soil stabilization and roadside revegetation projects
• Farms and ranches in low-rainfall or variable-climate regions
Nature’s Seed Tall Fescue is 100% endophyte-free, ensuring safe, nutritious forage with excellent regrowth and low input demands. Whether you’re grazing, cutting hay, or restoring soil, it provides a resilient, productive foundation for your land.
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| Dimensions | 3 in |
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