FESTUCA MAIREI

ATLAS FESCUS
 
Native to the mountainous regions of Morocco.  Forms a neat mound of stiff, narrow, light-green leaves that turn golden in late summer and fall. Reaches 2-3’ tall with equal spread.  Very heat and drought tolerant but most attractive with occasional watering.  Good for erosion control.  Cut back once a year or as needed.  Hardy to 0°.