A close-up of dried wheat stalks and Blue Fescue Grass Dried by Bishy Barnabees Cottage Garden Ltd arranged on weathered, light gray wood. Textured grain heads and blue grass create a feathery, natural rustic look.
Grown in Norfolk

Blue Fescue Grass Dried

Dried stems, hand-harvested from our Norfolk farm

£5.00 Free UK delivery on orders over £30

Dried Blue Fescue Grass Bunch

While most dried grasses turn golden or beige, Blue Fescue (*Festuca glauca*) is unique. It retains its stunning, steely-blue/grey colouration even after drying, offering a rare, natural cool tone without the need for artificial dyes.

The stems are fine, needle-like, and architectural, topped with delicate flowering panicles that look like a blue-green mist. This is the perfect grass for adding a "frosty" or coastal feel to arrangements. It acts as a fantastic cooling counterpoint to warm oranges and pinks, or blends seamlessly into a modern, minimal Scandi interior.


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🌿 About these Stems

These are the air-dried stems of Festuca glauca. They are harvested in early summer when the blue pigment is at its most intense.

The Texture: The stems are stiff and wiry, not floppy. The flower heads are airy and open. This makes them excellent for adding structure and "spikiness" to a bouquet without adding bulk.

🎨 Styling Ideas

Blue Fescue is a versatile texture that works in many themes:

  • The Coastal Vase: Mix with white Statice, dried Sea Holly (Eryngium), and Bunny Tails for a breezy, beach-house look.
  • The Winter Frost: Its cool grey tones make it perfect for winter wreaths. Pair with white Helichrysum and silver foliage for an "ice queen" theme.
  • The Contrast: Use it to cool down a hot arrangement. If you have a lot of orange or yellow dried flowers, adding Blue Fescue makes the colours sing without clashing.
📋 Product Specifications
Plant Type Dried Blue Fescue (Festuca glauca)
Colour Natural Steel Blue / Grey-Green
Stem Length Approx. 30cm - 40cm
Bunch Size Generous Hand-Tied Bunch (approx. 20 stems)
Lifespan Years (keep dry)
Great for 🌊 Coastal Decor
❄️ Winter Wreaths
🟦 Adding Cool Tones

Perfect Dried Companions

Enhance the cool tones by pairing with these stems:

  • ☁️ Dried Gypsophila (White): The Snowy Mix. The pure white clouds of Gypsophila mixed with the steel-blue Fescue create a very elegant, clean, and modern look.
  • 🟠 Dried Physalis (Chinese Lanterns): The Fire & Ice. The vibrant orange lanterns of Physalis look incredible against the blue-grey background of the grass. A striking contemporary contrast.

⚠️ Colour Note
This is a natural product, not dyed. The colour can vary from silvery-blue to greenish-grey depending on the harvest. To preserve the blue tone, keep away from direct, strong sunlight which can fade it to straw.

🏆 Grown in Norfolk

Our dried grasses are grown, harvested, and air-dried right here on our Norfolk flower farm, ensuring a sustainable product with zero air miles.

Grown

Norfolk, UK

  • Hand-harvested and dried on our farm at Salle Moor Hall, Norfolk
  • Colour-fast for months — keep out of direct sunlight
  • Eco-friendly compostable packaging throughout
🌾 Every stem was grown and dried on our farm at Salle Moor Hall, Norfolk — not imported or bought in.

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🌿 Care & display tips
Keep your dried flowers out of direct sunlight and away from damp — both will fade and soften the stems over time. No water needed. Arrange loosely in a vase or tie with twine for a hanging display. Handle gently as dried stems can be brittle.
💐 Using in arrangements
Dried flowers work beautifully with other dried stems, pampas grass, and seed heads. If using in a wreath or floral foam, wire the stems first for extra security. For wedding work, we recommend ordering a little extra to allow for any breakage during handling.
📬 Delivery & packaging
Dried flowers are packed carefully in a rigid box to protect the stems in transit. Dispatched within 2–3 working days. All packaging is compostable or recyclable. Free delivery on orders over £30.