Clump fescue grass - Ask Extension
Is there any chemical I can use to kill clump fescue grass in my lawn? I noticed a few spots towards the end of summer last year. I know roundup works...
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Clump fescue grass #929438
Asked April 23, 2026, 11:30 PM EDT
Is there any chemical I can use to kill clump fescue grass in my lawn? I noticed a few spots towards the end of summer last year. I know roundup works, but would rather use something else on my lawn that doesn’t kill the grass.
Thank You,
George
Stearns County Minnesota
Expert Response
Unfortunately, you need to apply a non-selective herbicide such as Roundup or dig out the tall or clumping fescue to eliminate it. For more information on this grass and how to deal with it, see https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/pain-in-the-grass-tall-fescue
