| Management number | 230673043 | Release Date | 2026/06/18 | List Price | $28.00 | Model Number | 230673043 | ||
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Old Cobblers Farm™ Wicked Tuff Turf Creeping Red Fescue (Variety Not Stated) is a cool-season grass seed prized for its fine texture, shade tolerance, and adaptability. A member of the Festuca rubra family, it produces a soft, dense turf that thrives in cooler climates and shaded environments, making it a top choice for lawns, parks, golf course roughs, and naturalized landscapes. Its creeping growth habit allows it to spread and fill in bare spots naturally, creating a durable ground cover that’s both attractive and functional. Whether used alone or in blends, Creeping Red Fescue is a reliable option for low-maintenance, environmentally friendly turf. Key Benefits Fine Texture & Rich Color – Creates a lush, soft carpet with slender blades and deep green color. Shade Tolerant – Excels under trees and in low-light areas where other grasses struggle. Low Maintenance – Requires less mowing and fertilizer than many cool-season grasses. Erosion & Weed Control – Dense growth habit reduces soil loss and outcompetes weeds. Adaptable & Resilient – Performs well in loam, sandy, and even clay soils; tolerates moderate drought once established. Growing Information Best Planting Seasons: Early fall or early spring Germination: 7–12 days under optimal soil temperatures (60–75°F) Light Needs: Partial shade to full shade (tolerates some sun if watered consistently) Soil Preference: Well-drained loamy soils, pH 5.5–7.0 Watering Needs: Keep soil moist during establishment; once mature, deep but infrequent watering (≈1" per week) Mowing Height: 1.5–2.5 inches; leave slightly taller in shaded sites Durability & Use Cases Ideal for lawns, shaded yards, slopes, parks, and golf roughs Handles light to moderate foot traffic; not intended for high-wear sports turf Suited to USDA Zones 2–7 and northern climates with cooler summers Product Options Available in convenient bag sizes: 5 lbs – Spot repair and small lawns 10 lbs – Mid-sized yards and shaded patches 15 lbs & 20 lbs – Larger areas, overseeding, and restoration projects ✅ Old Cobblers Farm™ Wicked Tuff Turf Creeping Red Fescue offers a fine-textured, shade-loving solution for homeowners, landscapers, and turf managers seeking a low-maintenance, sustainable lawn.
| Plant name | Creeping Red Fescue |
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| Brand | Old Cobblers Farm™ |
| Light needs | Partial Shade |
| Plant features | Low Maintenance |
| Product net content parent | 20 Pound |
| Product net content uom | Pound |
| Plant category | Grasses |
| Has written warranty | No |
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