Use a product called Certented by Monsanto. You can by it off e-bay. It is very powerful and caution is advised.
The only thing I have found that will kill tall fescue or creeping fescue is "Roundup."tm
tall fescue
To get rid of fescue grass, you can use a combination of mechanical and chemical methods. Mowing the fescue regularly can weaken it, but for more effective control, apply a non-selective herbicide containing glyphosate, making sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions. Alternatively, for a more natural approach, you can manually dig out the fescue roots, but this can be labor-intensive. After removal, consider reseeding the area with desired grass or plants to prevent fescue from returning.
The scientific name for fescue grass is Festuca.
Grass species suitable for lawns eg poa not things like cocksfoot or tall fescue
Yes but make sure the fescue has been close first before you apply the rye grass, otherwise the fescue, which is a very competitive grass, will take over the ryegrass.
In most areas the best time to plant tall fescue grass seed would be in early autumn--usually between August 20-September 20. The second best opportunity would be in the Spring around Mothers Day
Tall fescue is actually a really good grass type for densely shaded areas.
Thomas G. Chastain has written: 'Spring establishment of orchardgrass and tall fescue seed crops with cereal companion crops' -- subject(s): Planting, Tall fescue, Companion crops, Orchard grass
In the spring, the recommended mowing height for Tall fescue grass would be 2 inches. In the summer raise your mower blade so that the height of the grass is 3 inches. You last mowing of the season before the lawn goes dormant should be low (2 inches).
Tall fescue, Bermuda grass and buffalo grass all does well in clay soils. Bermuda grass is the kind of grass you seem on golf courses and public parks.
fescue- type of grass