Fountain Grass
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Pennisetum alopecuroides
Fountain Grass
Graceful, fuzzy plumes appear above the foliage in July and last well into fall. It does best in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil.
Tolerant of heat and drought.
*Deer Resistant*
Photo courtesy of Toms Creek Nursery in Denton, North Carolina
| Ornamental Characteristics | |
|---|---|
| Category | Perennial, Ornamental Grass |
| Foliage Type | Dormant in winter |
| Height | 2' - 4' |
| Spread | 1' - 4' |
| Shape | Clump-forming |
| Primary Foliage Color | Green, medium |
| Seasonal Foliage Color | Winter Dormant |
| Flowering Season | Plumes late Summer into Autumn |
| Flower Color | Creamy, White Plumes |
| Low Maintenance | Yes - once established |
| Environmental Characteristics | |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Sun Preferences | Full Sun |
| Water Preferences | Dry: Ensure planting area provides adequate drainage. |
| Cold Hardiness Zone | 5 to 9 |