Rusalka – a perennial grass of the Festuca genus, known for its decorative and practical properties. The plant reaches a height of 30 to 60 cm, has an upright stem up to 120 cm long, and a dense root system with underground shoots. Leaves are rough or hairy, up to 1.5 cm wide, often rolled along the plane, giving the plant a characteristic appearance.
This festuca is widely used in landscape greening and as a high-quality lawn. It tolerates hot, dry, well-lit areas as well as cold drafts, making it suitable for both coastal gardens and mountain tropics. The plant prefers loamy and clay-loam soils with a loose structure, ensuring good drainage and moderate humus content.
Care for Rusalka is simple: remove withered leaves in spring and cut off the head after flowering. If necessary, fungicides or insecticides can be applied to combat diseases and pests. Due to its resistance to dry climate, low moisture content, and good drainage, festuca Rusalka becomes an excellent choice for decorative greening, enhancing the aesthetics of the space, and creating a healthy ecosystem in garden landscapes.
