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blue fescue grass for sale

Looking for blue fescue grass for sale to add a splash of colour to your garden? Blue fescue is renowned for its vibrant blue-grey foliage, soft texture, and compact form – making it a favourite among New Zealand gardeners for borders, rock gardens, and contemporary landscapes. Whether you’re after hardy ornamental grasses to complement your native plantings, or you want to create eye-catching groundcover, our nursery offers an outstanding selection of blue fescue grass for sale and other cool-toned grasses suited to Kiwi conditions.

Juncus Blue Dart (Blue Rush)

Juncus Blue Dart is a popular ornamental grass that features rigid leaves that are a fantastic shade of blue. It typically grows to 30 cm tall and the same wide, with a tidy growth habit. Juncus Blue Dart is popular with landscape designers owing to its versatility and great aesthetics. It is commonly planted around pool and other outdoor areas, used to border a fence or entrance, or mass planted for an amazing display.

Buy Juncus Blue Dart (Blue Rush)

From $17.89

Suited to regions: All regions

Plant type: Grasses

Height: 30 cm

Spread: 30 cm

Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy, Wet, Wind

Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Ponds, Pool areas

Garden styles: Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Riparian

Lomandra Arctic Frost

Lomandra Arctic Frost is a hardy ornamental grass featuring variegated blue and cream foliage held upright with a gentle arch. Growing to approximately 40 cm in height and width, it thrives in full sun to partial shade and is highly tolerant of drought, frost, wind, and coastal conditions. This low-maintenance plant is ideal for mass plantings, borders, containers, and around outdoor living areas, adding year-round texture and colour to New Zealand gardens.

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From $17.48

Suited to regions: All regions

Plant type: Grasses

Height: 40 cm

Spread: 40 cm

Flowering time: Spring

Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind

Garden uses: Banks, Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas

Garden styles: Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern

Why Choose Blue Fescue Grass?

Blue fescue grass is a top choice for gardeners seeking low-maintenance, drought-tolerant plants that deliver year-round visual appeal. Its tidy mounding habit fits perfectly along pathways or as edging, and it thrives in full sun, tolerating both dry and coastal sites. This grass doesn’t just look stunning in mass plantings – it also contrasts beautifully with flowering perennials or other ornamental grasses. If you’re interested in specific cultivars, consider Festuca Banks Peninsula Blue (Blue Fescue Grass) for its exceptional silvery-blue tones and New Zealand provenance.

Ideal Uses for Blue Fescue Grass in Your Garden

Blue fescue grass can be used in a variety of garden contexts. Its compact size makes it perfect for urban gardens, planters, and low-maintenance landscapes. The unique colour and texture pair well with New Zealand natives and contemporary border designs. For gardeners seeking more shades of blue, Festuca Shades of Blue (Festuca Blue) provides a striking variation, while Festuca coxii (Blue Fescue) delivers robust performance and exceptional fine-leaved structure.

Discover More Blue and Silver-Toned Grasses

Beyond blue fescue grass for sale, our nursery specialises in a wide range of ornamental and native grasses perfect for modern gardens. Consider adding Carex 'Blue Cascade' (Blue Sedge Grass) for cascading blue foliage and texture, or explore the unique silvery leaves of Lomandra Arctic Frost – both are well-suited to New Zealand growing conditions and pair beautifully with blue fescue.

Growing Tips for Blue Fescue Grass

Blue fescue is easy to care for, requiring little water once established and thriving in well-drained soils. Regularly trim old foliage in late winter to maintain its neat appearance. These grasses appreciate a sunny spot and will reward you with compact, colourful clumps that enliven your garden. Plant them in groups, alongside companion species, or in containers for year-round appeal. For more information on specific varieties, browse our selection of blue fescue grass for sale to find the perfect fit for your landscape.

Shop the Best Blue Fescue Grass for Sale

Browse our range of blue fescue grass for sale and discover quality plants, expert advice, and reliable service right here in New Zealand. Whether you’re an experienced gardener or just starting your landscaping journey, blue fescue and its companions offer unrivalled texture, colour, and resilience for Kiwi gardens. Explore our related cultivars to create your dream outdoor space today.

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Whether you need assistance finding the plant you’re looking for or you simply want to know more about who we are and what we do, we invite you to get in touch with us today. A member of The Plant Company team will get back in touch as soon as possible.