Also called Australian Fountain Grass, Chinese Pennisetum
ZONE:
5
COLOUR:
Burgundy
HEIGHT:
90-120 cm
SPREAD:
80-100 cm
Also called Australian Fountain Grass, Chinese Pennisetum
ZONE:
5
COLOUR:
Burgundy
HEIGHT:
90-120 cm
SPREAD:
80-100 cm
Grows best in a moist, well-drained soil, in full sun to light shade. If planted in too much shade this grass will not flourish and may not flower. Foliage should be cut back to about 10 cm in early spring to allow for new growth. Pennisetum can selfseed in certain conditions.
Plugs are sold in full flats only.
Warm Season Grasses: These grasses are much slower starting in the spring. They do not push new growth until temperatures warm in early to midsummer. They flower later in the summer or fall with most blooms remaining into the winter. Most warm season grasses tolerate heat, humidity and drought; some even thrive in these conditions. Conversely, extra care should be taken when planting in early spring or late fall.