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Height: 36-40"

Spread: 24-36"

Bloom Time: Late Summer

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Hardiness Zone: 3-9

Cost: $7.00

Uniform, upright clumps of gracefully arching, deep green foliage erupt into soft rose-purple plumes from early summer until frost. Enjoy its subtle straw color in the winter.

This grass will be a focal point wherever it's planted, but is especially beautiful when the plumes are backlit by the early morning or late afternoon sun. Its compact habit makes it indispensable for small gardens and containers. It is also quick to establish in the landscape and is quite drought tolerant.

Homeowner Growing & Maintenance Tips:
Pennisetum prefers to be grown in rich loamy soil with good drainage and full sun or light shade. However, it will grow in rocky or sandy soil as long as it receives periodic watering. This grass resents having "wet feet". This species is best proagated by seed. The percentage of loss is usually high when division is attempted.

Information and photos courtesy of Walters Gardens