Purple Fountain Grass

Common name Purple Fountain Grass
Latin name Pennisetum x advena 'Rubrum'
Types
  • Annual
  • Ornamental grass
Height 36-48"
Spread 36-48"
Light & Water
Full sun:
Zone
Bloom months
  • July
  • August
  • September
  • October
Bloom colour Pink
Foliage colour Burgundy
Features
  • Deer resistant
  • Fall colour
Notes

Zone 9 but grows very quickly as an annual in one season. Outstanding burgundy grass. Best with some moisture but fairly drought tolerant once established. Needs more moisture when grown in a container. Excellent heat resistance, moderate growth rate.

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