Tall Fescue

Festuca arundinacea    Tall Fescue Variety Chart
Tall fescue is a very adaptable species and grows well in dry or wet conditions. It is also winter-hardy and persistent. Tall fescue grows early in the spring and has the potential for high dry-matter production with Nitrogen fertilization. Tall fescue is a good choice for wetlands.

Tall fescue can be unpalatable due to rough leaves and high lignin content. Barenbrug's breeding activities have led to newer, much softer leafed, higher yielding varieties with significantly improved palatability and digestibility.

Many varieties contain a harmful fungus called endophyte. This fungus makes the plant less palatable and depresses animal performance and health. All Barenbrug forage varieties are endophyte free to ensure good animal health and performance.