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Rust in Blue Fescue
How to identify and treat rust in Blue Fescue.
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Blue Fescue care requirements
water
Low to very low; extremely drought-tolerant once established; water sparingly; overwatering is the main cause of failure
soil
Well-draining, sandy or gravelly soil essential; poor fertility acceptable; pH 6.0–8.0
light
Full sun (6+ hours daily); color intensity depends on adequate sunlight
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Blue Fescue
- fiber_manual_recordOrange or brown pustules on leaf undersides
- fiber_manual_recordYellow spots on leaf tops
- fiber_manual_recordPremature leaf drop
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Common causes in Blue Fescue
Caused by various Puccinia and Phragmidium species. Spreads via windborne spores in moist conditions.
healing
How to treat rust in Blue Fescue
Remove and destroy infected leaves. Apply copper or sulphur fungicide.
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Preventing rust in Blue Fescue
Avoid overhead watering. Space plants adequately. Clear debris.