Festuca longifolia
Hard Fescue
Poaceae (Gramineae)
Ground covers
FESTUCASome of these grasses are ornamental; others are used for lawns, erosion control, or pasture. All need good drainage, can withstand dry conditions and severe frosts. Clumps can be divided in fall.
Festuca longifoliaFrom Europe. This bunch grass is used mostly for soil stabilization.
Tulipa
Tulips vary considerably. Some are stately and formal, others dainty and whimsical; a few look decided...
Tulipa clusiana
Slender flowers on 9-in. stems are rosy red outside, white inside. Leaves are also long, thin, and gre...
Tulipa batalinii
This species' soft yellow flowers rise on 6–10-in. stems. Very narrow leaves.
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